Unspecified injury of left renal vein, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies an unspecified injury to the left renal vein, meaning the specific nature of the trauma (e.g., laceration, contusion, avulsion) is not documented. It indicates a follow-up encounter for this injury, implying the initial treatment has already occurred.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for subsequent encounters when a patient is being seen for ongoing management, healing, or complications related to a previously diagnosed, but unspecified, injury to their left renal vein. This includes follow-up appointments for monitoring, medication adjustments, or evaluation of recovery progress.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation clearly indicates a "subsequent encounter" and not an initial treatment or sequela.
Only use this code when the specific type of renal vein injury is not specified in the medical record.
Always look for more specific codes if the type of injury (e.g., laceration, puncture) is documented.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S35.405Unspecified injury of left renal vein

S35.405D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

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