Major laceration of left kidney, subsequent encounter

This code signifies a significant tear or cut to the left kidney, indicating a deep and potentially extensive injury. It implies damage that goes beyond a superficial abrasion or contusion, often involving the renal parenchyma or collecting system.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters when a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed major laceration of the left kidney. This includes situations like wound checks, monitoring for complications, or subsequent surgical interventions related to the initial injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "major laceration" and laterality (left kidney).
• Verify that the encounter is indeed a "subsequent encounter" for ongoing care of the initial injury.
• Do not use for initial treatment of the injury; a different seventh character is required for the initial encounter.