Lacerat great saphenous at lower leg level, right leg, init

This code signifies a tear or cut in the large superficial vein located on the inner aspect of the right lower leg, specifically the greater saphenous vein. It indicates an acute injury to this vessel.

Apply this code for patients presenting with an initial diagnosis of a laceration to the right greater saphenous vein in the lower leg, typically following trauma such as a penetrating injury or severe blunt force. This code is appropriate for the first encounter for treatment of this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies the right leg and the greater saphenous vein.
• Verify that the encounter is indeed the initial treatment for this laceration.
• Look for associated codes for the external cause of injury and any other concurrent injuries.