Open wound of scrotum and testes, complicated

This code signifies an open wound affecting the scrotum and/or testes that has developed complications, such as infection, foreign body retention, or delayed healing. It indicates a breach in the skin integrity of these male reproductive organs, extending beyond a simple laceration or abrasion.

Apply this code when documentation specifies an open wound of the scrotum or testes with an associated complication. Examples include a traumatic laceration of the scrotum with purulent drainage, a penetrating injury to the testis with retained foreign body, or an avulsion wound of the scrotal skin showing signs of necrosis.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states a complication; otherwise, a simpler open wound code may be more appropriate.
• Always sequence this code after any underlying cause of the injury, such as a fall or assault.
• Distinguish from superficial injuries (e.g., abrasions) or contusions, which would use different code categories.