Minor laceration of celiac artery, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a minor tear or cut in the celiac artery, a major blood vessel supplying the foregut. It specifically indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this injury after the initial treatment phase.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient is being seen for ongoing management, healing assessment, or complications related to a previously treated minor celiac artery laceration. This includes situations like follow-up imaging, wound checks, or medication adjustments during the recovery period.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "minor laceration" and specifies the celiac artery.
The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is in the healing or recovery phase.
Do not use this code for the initial treatment of the injury; a code with an "A" seventh character would be appropriate for the initial encounter.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S35.211Minor laceration of celiac artery

S35.211D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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