Oth injury of axillary or brachial vein, right side, sequela

This code describes a long-term or late effect resulting from a previously sustained, specific injury to the axillary or brachial vein on the right side. This could include chronic pain, venous insufficiency, or other persistent complications directly attributable to the original trauma to these major upper extremity veins.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing issues directly related to a past, specific injury of the right axillary or brachial vein. This applies when the acute phase of the injury has passed, and the patient is now experiencing residual effects. Examples include chronic swelling, discoloration, or functional limitations due to post-thrombotic syndrome following a previous right axillary/brachial vein laceration or contusion.

• Always assign an additional code to describe the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain, venous insufficiency).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past injury of the right axillary or brachial vein.
• Do not use for acute injuries; this code is exclusively for sequelae.