Laceration of intercostal blood vessels, left side, sequela

This code signifies a past injury involving a tear or cut to the blood vessels located between the ribs on the left side of the chest. It indicates that the patient is currently experiencing a residual effect or complication directly attributable to that previous intercostal vessel laceration.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current symptom, condition, or complication that is a direct consequence of a previously sustained laceration of the left intercostal blood vessels. This could include chronic pain, nerve damage, or other long-term issues stemming from the original trauma.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code for the specific residual condition being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior intercostal vessel laceration.
• Do not use this code for acute injuries; it is exclusively for late effects.