Injury to common femoral artery

This code signifies a traumatic injury specifically affecting the common femoral artery, a major blood vessel in the upper thigh. Such injuries can range from contusions and lacerations to complete transections, often leading to significant hemorrhage and potential limb ischemia.

Assign this code when documentation clearly indicates a direct injury to the common femoral artery resulting from trauma, such as a penetrating wound, blunt force, or iatrogenic cause. Supporting documentation should specify the anatomical location as the common femoral artery, not a more distal or proximal segment.

• Ensure documentation specifies "common femoral artery" and not just "femoral artery" to avoid ambiguity.
• Always code the external cause of injury (E-code) in conjunction with this diagnosis.
• Consider additional codes for associated injuries, such as nerve damage or bone fractures, if present.