Unsp inj great saphenous at hip and thi lev, unsp leg, init

This code signifies an injury to the greater saphenous vein in the hip or thigh region when the specific nature of the injury is not documented. It applies to either leg and indicates the initial treatment for this condition.

Use this code when a patient presents with an injury to the greater saphenous vein in the hip or thigh, but the medical record lacks details about the specific type of injury (e.g., laceration, contusion, rupture). This code is appropriate for the initial encounter for this injury, before definitive treatment or further diagnostic clarification.

• Only use this code when the specific type of injury to the greater saphenous vein is truly unspecified.
• Ensure documentation clearly indicates the hip or thigh level and the initial encounter.
• If the laterality (left or right leg) is known, a more specific code should be selected.