Contus/lac/hem brainstem w LOC of 30 minutes or less, init

This code signifies a traumatic injury to the brainstem, characterized by bruising, tearing, or bleeding, resulting in a brief period of unconsciousness lasting 30 minutes or less. It indicates the initial presentation and treatment of such an injury.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a brainstem injury due to trauma, confirmed by imaging (e.g., CT, MRI) showing contusion, laceration, or hemorrhage, and documented loss of consciousness not exceeding 30 minutes. This code is appropriate for the initial encounter for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies the brainstem as the injured site and the duration of loss of consciousness.
• Distinguish from other intracranial injuries; this code is specific to the brainstem.
• The "A" suffix indicates an initial encounter; subsequent care for the same injury will require different seventh characters.