Injury of left uterine artery, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a documented injury to the left uterine artery that occurred during a previous encounter, and the patient is now receiving follow-up care for this specific injury. This could involve complications, ongoing treatment, or monitoring related to the initial arterial damage.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when a patient presents for a follow-up visit, medication management, or further diagnostic testing related to a previously sustained injury to the left uterine artery. This is appropriate for encounters after the initial treatment of the acute injury has concluded.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "left uterine artery" and indicates a subsequent encounter for the injury.
Do not use for the initial treatment of the acute injury; that would require an 'A' (initial encounter) seventh character.
Always review the medical record for any associated complications or sequelae that may require additional coding.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S35.532Injury of left uterine artery

S35.532D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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