Oth incomplete lesion at T1, init

This code signifies a partial injury to the spinal cord at the T1 vertebral level, meaning some neurological function below the injury site is preserved. The "incomplete" nature indicates that not all nerve pathways are severed, allowing for varying degrees of motor, sensory, or autonomic function. This specific code is for the initial phase of treatment for such an injury.

Use this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-transecting spinal cord injury affecting the T1 segment, where there is evidence of residual neurological function below the lesion. This applies to the initial hospitalization or encounter for the acute management of the injury.

• Confirm documentation explicitly states "incomplete" lesion and specifies the T1 level.
• Ensure the encounter is for the initial treatment of the injury; subsequent encounters will use a different seventh character.
• Always code any associated fractures or other injuries separately.