Laceration of ureter, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect resulting from a previous laceration of the ureter. It indicates that the patient is currently experiencing a health problem directly attributable to an injury to the ureter that occurred in the past and has since healed, but left a lasting impact. Examples of such sequelae include stricture, hydronephrosis, or chronic pain.

Use this code when documenting a current condition that is a direct consequence of a ureteral laceration that is no longer acute. This applies to follow-up encounters where the patient is being treated for a chronic issue stemming from the original injury. It is crucial to use this code in conjunction with a code for the specific sequela being treated.

• Always assign an additional code to identify the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., N13.1 for hydronephrosis with ureteral stricture).
• This code is for use after the acute phase of the ureteral laceration has passed.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the historical ureteral laceration.