Laceration of ureter, subsequent encounter

This code signifies a tear or cut in the ureter, the tube that carries urine from the kidney to the bladder, when the patient is receiving follow-up care for the injury. This could involve ongoing treatment, monitoring for complications, or recovery from the initial laceration.

Use this code for patients presenting for subsequent care related to a previously diagnosed ureteral laceration. This includes visits for wound checks, management of indwelling stents, or follow-up after surgical repair. It is appropriate when the patient is no longer in the initial acute phase of treatment.

• Ensure documentation clearly indicates this is a follow-up encounter for the ureteral laceration.
• Pair with an external cause code (V00-Y99) to describe the circumstances of the injury, if known and relevant.
• Do not use for the initial treatment of the ureteral laceration; refer to the acute care codes for that scenario.