Other injury of other intra-abdominal organs, sequela

This code describes a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a past injury to an intra-abdominal organ not specifically categorized elsewhere. It signifies that the initial acute injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience a lasting consequence directly attributable to that trauma.

Apply this code when documenting a chronic condition or permanent functional impairment that is a direct result of a previous injury to an intra-abdominal organ such as the spleen, pancreas, or adrenal glands, and the specific organ or type of injury is not detailed in more specific codes. Examples include chronic pain, adhesions, or altered organ function following a remote traumatic event.

• Always sequence this code after the code for the primary condition or sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past injury of an intra-abdominal organ.
• Avoid using this code for acute injuries; it is strictly for sequelae.