S31.133A
ICD-10-CMPuncture wound of abdominal wall without foreign body, right lower quadrant without penetration into peritoneal cavity, initial encounter
This code describes a sharp injury to the right lower abdominal wall that does not involve a foreign object and has not breached the peritoneal cavity. It signifies the initial treatment for such an injury.
Apply this code for patients presenting with a stab wound or other penetrating injury to the right lower abdomen that is superficial and does not involve organ damage or entry into the abdominal cavity. This is appropriate for the first encounter for this specific injury.
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