ICD-10-CM S36.439D
Updated 3/12/2025
Reviewed by Nathan Liu, MD

Laceration of unspecified part of small intestine, subsequent encounter

Description

This code indicates a follow-up visit for a laceration of the small intestine that has not been specified in terms of its exact location. It is distinct from initial encounters, which denote the first visit for treatment, and sequelae, which refer to complications or conditions that arise as a result of the initial injury.

Code Crosswalks

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Sources

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Federal and State Datasets

  • ICD-10 Files, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
  • ICD-10 (2019 Data), World Health Organization (WHO)