Open bite of vagina and vulva, subsequent encounter

This code signifies an open wound to the external female genitalia (vulva) and/or the vaginal canal that occurred at some point in the past and is now being treated again. This type of injury involves a break in the skin or mucous membrane, exposing underlying tissue.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care, wound re-evaluation, dressing changes, or management of complications related to an open bite of the vagina and/or vulva that was initially treated on a previous encounter. This includes situations where the patient is still actively healing from the original injury.

• Ensure the encounter is for subsequent care of the injury, not the initial treatment.
• Verify documentation specifies an "open bite" mechanism of injury.
• Do not use for superficial abrasions or contusions without an open wound.