Minor laceration of unspecified part of pancreas, sequela

This code indicates a long-term complication or late effect stemming from a minor laceration to an unspecified region of the pancreas. This injury, though initially minor, has resulted in persistent issues or conditions that are now being addressed.

Apply this code when documenting a patient encounter for a sequela (e.g., chronic pancreatitis, pseudocyst formation, or persistent pain) directly attributable to a previously sustained, minor, and unlocalized pancreatic laceration. This is used for follow-up care after the initial injury has healed but its lasting effects are still present.

• Requires a seventh character "S" to denote sequela, indicating a late effect of the injury.
• Do not use for the initial injury or for subsequent acute care related to the original laceration.
• Always code the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., K85.9 for acute pancreatitis) first, followed by this code to indicate the cause.