Injury of left uterine vein, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies an injury to the left uterine vein that occurred at an earlier time and is now being addressed during a follow-up visit. Such an injury could involve a laceration, puncture, or other trauma to this specific blood vessel. The current encounter focuses on the ongoing care, healing, or complications related to this previously sustained injury.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for subsequent encounters where a patient is receiving care for a previously diagnosed injury to their left uterine vein. This includes visits for wound checks, management of delayed complications (e.g., thrombosis, infection), or ongoing monitoring of the healing process. It is appropriate when the initial treatment for the acute injury has already been rendered.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "left uterine vein" and indicates a "subsequent encounter" for the injury.
Do not use this code for the initial treatment of the acute injury; a code from the S35.535A category would be appropriate for the initial encounter.
Always review the medical record for any associated complications or sequelae that may require additional coding.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S35.535Injury of left uterine vein

S35.535D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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