Laceration of other intra-abdominal organs, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a laceration to an intra-abdominal organ other than the spleen, liver, pancreas, adrenal gland, or kidney. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but its lasting consequences are now being addressed.

Apply this code when documenting conditions such as adhesions, chronic pain, or organ dysfunction that are directly attributable to a previously sustained laceration of an unspecified intra-abdominal organ. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the sequelae of the original injury are the primary focus of treatment.

• Always ensure the "S" seventh character is used for sequela, indicating a late effect.
• Code the specific sequela (e.g., adhesions, chronic pain) first, followed by this code as a secondary diagnosis.
• Confirm that the laceration was to an "other" intra-abdominal organ, meaning it's not one of the more specifically coded organs.