Partial traumatic amputation of left ear, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a traumatic injury where a portion of the left ear has been severed or detached due to an external force. It specifically indicates that the amputation is incomplete, meaning some part of the ear remains attached, and it is the first time the patient is being treated for this injury.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for patients presenting with a partial avulsion or laceration of the left ear that results in tissue loss, such as a torn lobule or helix. Documentation should clearly state "partial amputation" or "traumatic partial loss" of the left ear and confirm it's the initial treatment encounter.

💡Coding Tips

Differentiate from complete amputation (S08.11-) and avulsion without tissue loss (S08.8-).
Ensure the encounter type (initial, subsequent, sequela) is accurately reflected by the 7th character.
Verify laterality; this code is specific to the left ear.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S08.122Partial traumatic amputation of left ear

S08.122A(current)

Crosswalks

872.01ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S08Avulsion and traumatic amputation of part of head S08.0Avulsion of scalp S08.0XXAAvulsion of scalp, initial encounter S08.0XXDAvulsion of scalp, subsequent encounter S08.0XXSAvulsion of scalp, sequela