Unspecified injury of urethra, initial encounter

This code signifies an injury to the urethra where the specific nature or type of damage is not documented. It indicates an initial presentation for treatment of this undiagnosed urethral trauma.

Use this code when a patient presents with signs or symptoms of urethral injury (e.g., hematuria, difficulty urinating, pain in the perineum) but diagnostic imaging or examination has not yet identified the precise extent or type of injury (e.g., contusion, laceration, rupture). This is appropriate for the first encounter for this specific injury.

• Only use when the specific type of urethral injury is truly unknown or unspecified in the medical record.
• Avoid using if a more specific diagnosis (e.g., urethral laceration) is documented.
• Ensure the "A" for initial encounter is appropriate for the patient's current visit.