Oth injury of popliteal artery, right leg, init encntr

This code signifies a non-traumatic injury to the popliteal artery in the right leg that is not otherwise specified as a laceration, puncture, or rupture. It covers various forms of damage to this major artery located behind the knee, excluding those explicitly categorized by other S85.0 codes.

Apply this code for initial encounters involving a patient with an injury to the right popliteal artery that doesn't fit the descriptions of laceration, puncture, or rupture. Examples include crush injuries, contusions, or other unspecified damage to the vessel from external forces.

• Ensure the injury is to the right leg; left leg or bilateral injuries have different codes.
• Verify that the encounter is the initial treatment for this specific injury.
• Look for documentation that specifies the popliteal artery but doesn't detail the exact type of injury (e.g., "popliteal artery injury, right leg").