Laceration of popliteal vein, unspecified leg, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or late-effect complication arising from a previous laceration of the popliteal vein in an unspecified leg. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient is now experiencing residual issues directly attributable to that past trauma.

Use this code when documenting conditions such as chronic venous insufficiency, post-thrombotic syndrome, persistent pain, or other ongoing sequelae that are a direct result of a previously sustained laceration to the popliteal vein. This applies when the original acute injury has healed, and the current encounter addresses these lasting effects.

• Always sequence this sequela code first, followed by a code describing the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic venous insufficiency).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past popliteal vein laceration.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute injury or for follow-up care during the active healing phase of the original laceration.