Other injury of superior mesenteric artery, init encntr

Other injury of superior mesenteric artery, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a traumatic injury to the superior mesenteric artery (SMA) that is not otherwise specified as a laceration or puncture. Such injuries can include contusions, dissections, or other forms of damage to this vital abdominal artery. These injuries often result from blunt or penetrating trauma to the abdomen.

🎯When to Use

Use this code when documenting the initial treatment of a patient presenting with an injury to the superior mesenteric artery that is not a laceration or puncture. This applies to cases where the specific nature of the injury is described as "other" or unspecified, and it is the first time the patient is receiving care for this particular injury.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies an injury to the superior mesenteric artery, excluding lacerations or punctures.
Verify that the encounter is the initial treatment for this specific injury; subsequent encounters will require a different seventh character.
Look for details regarding the mechanism of injury (e.g., blunt trauma, penetrating trauma) in the clinical notes.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S35.228Other injury of superior mesenteric artery

S35.228A(current)

Crosswalks

902.25ApproxICD-9 902.26ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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