Lac with fb of abd wall, l flank with penet perit cav, init

Laceration with foreign body of abdominal wall, left flank with penetration into peritoneal cavity, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a deep cut on the left side of the abdomen, specifically the flank region, that has introduced a foreign object and breached the peritoneal lining. This injury is characterized by the presence of an external item within the wound and its extension into the abdominal cavity.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for patients presenting with a penetrating injury to the left flank, such as from a stab wound or impalement, where a foreign body is confirmed to be present and has entered the peritoneal space. This is used for the initial treatment of such an injury.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left flank" and "penetration into peritoneal cavity."
Verify the presence of a "foreign body" as part of the laceration.
Confirm this is the "initial encounter" for treatment of this specific injury.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S31.627Lac with fb of abd wall, left flank with penet perit cav

S31.627A(current)

Same Category

S31Opn wnd abdomen, lower back, pelvis and external genitals S31.0Open wound of lower back and pelvis S31.00Unspecified open wound of lower back and pelvis S31.000Unsp opn wnd lower back and pelvis w/o penet retroperiton S31.000AUnsp opn wnd low back and pelv w/o penet retroperiton, init S31.000DUnsp opn wnd low back and pelv w/o penet retroperiton, subs