Minor laceration of unspecified kidney, sequela

This code indicates a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a previously sustained, non-severe tear or cut to an unspecified kidney. The initial injury was minor, but its lasting impact is now being addressed.

Assign this code when a patient presents for follow-up care or treatment of a persistent issue directly attributable to a past, minor kidney laceration. This includes conditions like chronic pain, scar tissue complications, or subtle functional impairments that are a direct consequence of the original injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previous minor kidney laceration.
• Verify that the kidney involved is not specified in the medical record.
• Confirm that the encounter is for the sequela (late effect) and not the initial injury.