Injury to unspecified nerve of trunk, excluding shoulder and pelvic girdles

This code signifies an injury to a peripheral nerve located within the torso, excluding those specifically associated with the shoulder or pelvic regions. It indicates that the precise nerve affected is not identified in the medical record. This could involve trauma to nerves of the chest, abdomen, or back.

Use this code when documentation clearly states a nerve injury to the trunk, but the specific nerve (e.g., intercostal, abdominal cutaneous) is not specified. This applies to cases of blunt trauma, penetrating injuries, or compression where the exact nerve involved cannot be determined clinically or surgically.

• Avoid using this code if a more specific nerve injury code is available and supported by documentation.
• Always query the provider for greater specificity regarding the injured nerve if possible.
• Ensure the documentation specifies the injury is to a nerve and not another tissue type (e.g., muscle, ligament).