Injury of unspecified uterine artery, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a traumatic injury to an unspecified uterine artery, meaning the specific branch or location of the artery involved is not documented. This type of injury can lead to significant hemorrhage and may be associated with pelvic trauma or iatrogenic causes.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a uterine artery injury where the precise vessel (e.g., right or left) is not specified in the medical record. It would be used in cases such as blunt or penetrating abdominal trauma affecting the pelvic region, or complications from gynecological procedures.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure "unspecified" is clearly documented if the laterality of the uterine artery injury is unknown.
Confirm this is the initial encounter for the injury; subsequent care would use a different seventh character.
Always look for more specific documentation regarding the injured artery (e.g., right or left) to avoid using an unspecified code if possible.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S35.533Injury of unspecified uterine artery

S35.533A(current)

Crosswalks

902.55ApproxICD-9 902.55ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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