Inj superficial vein at shldr/up arm, left arm, init

This code signifies a specific, non-open injury to a superficial vein located in the left shoulder or upper arm region. This injury is not a laceration or puncture, but rather another defined type of trauma such as a contusion, crush injury, or rupture, and represents the initial treatment for this condition.

Apply this code when documenting the first encounter for a patient presenting with a diagnosed, non-laceration/puncture injury to a superficial vein of the left shoulder or upper arm. Examples include a significant bruise or hematoma of a superficial vein in this area due to blunt force trauma, or a confirmed rupture of such a vein from a non-penetrating mechanism.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "left arm" and "superficial vein" at the shoulder or upper arm level.
• Confirm the injury is not a laceration or puncture; look for terms like contusion, crush, or rupture.
• Verify this is the initial encounter for treatment of this specific injury.