Open bite of abd wall, left flank w/o penet perit cav, init

Open bite of abdominal wall, left flank without penetration into peritoneal cavity, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies an open wound, such as a laceration or puncture, located on the left side of the abdominal wall. Importantly, the injury does not extend into the peritoneal cavity, meaning the internal organs are not exposed or damaged. This is an initial presentation of the injury.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for patients presenting with a fresh, open wound to the left flank that has been clinically assessed and confirmed not to involve the peritoneum. Examples include a stab wound or a deep laceration from an accident that is superficial to the abdominal cavity.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation explicitly states "left flank" and "without penetration into peritoneal cavity."
Verify the encounter is the initial treatment for this specific injury.
Distinguish from codes indicating penetration or other abdominal regions.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S31.157Open bite of abd wall, left flank without penet perit cav

S31.157A(current)

Same Category

S31Opn wnd abdomen, lower back, pelvis and external genitals S31.0Open wound of lower back and pelvis S31.00Unspecified open wound of lower back and pelvis S31.000Unsp opn wnd lower back and pelvis w/o penet retroperiton S31.000AUnsp opn wnd low back and pelv w/o penet retroperiton, init S31.000DUnsp opn wnd low back and pelv w/o penet retroperiton, subs