Unsp inj great saphenous at hip and thi lev, left leg, subs

Unspecified injury of greater saphenous vein at hip and thigh level, left leg, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies an unspecified injury to the large superficial vein (greater saphenous vein) located in the left hip and thigh region. The injury's exact nature (e.g., contusion, laceration, avulsion) is not specified.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters when a patient is receiving continuing care for an initial, unspecific injury to the left greater saphenous vein at the hip and thigh level. This includes situations like wound care, monitoring for complications, or assessing healing progress after the initial treatment.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation clearly indicates the injury is to the greater saphenous vein, not another vessel.
Verify the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial treatment or a sequela.
Confirm the injury is located on the left leg at the hip and thigh level.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S75.202Unsp injury of great saphenous at hip and thi lev, left leg

S75.202D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

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