Minor laceration of femoral artery, right leg, init encntr

This code signifies a superficial tear or cut to the femoral artery in the right leg. It indicates a less severe injury to this major blood vessel, typically not involving complete transection or significant vessel wall disruption.

Apply this code for initial treatment of a right femoral artery laceration that is documented as minor, such as from a penetrating injury like a stab wound or a deep cut. This code is appropriate when the patient is first presenting for care of this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies "minor laceration" and the "right leg" for accurate code assignment.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for this specific injury; subsequent care will require a different seventh character.
• Always code any associated external cause of injury and place of occurrence codes.