Laceration without foreign body of other specified part of neck
ICD-10 S11.81 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of laceration without foreign body of other specified part of neck.
S11.81 refers to a laceration of the neck that does not involve a foreign body. This injury can occur due to various mechanisms, including sharp objects (e.g., knives, glass), blunt trauma leading to skin tears, or accidents involving machinery. Clinical presentation typically includes visible skin disruption, potential bleeding, and varying degrees of tissue damage. The neck is a critical area due to the presence of vital structures such as blood vessels, nerves, and the airway. Therefore, assessment should include evaluating for deeper injuries that may compromise these structures. Management often involves wound cleaning, possible suturing, and monitoring for complications such as infection or hematoma formation. Accurate coding is essential for appropriate reimbursement and tracking of injury patterns in populations.
Complete documentation of the injury mechanism, assessment findings, and treatment provided.
Patients presenting with lacerations from accidents, assaults, or sports injuries.
Ensure that all relevant details about the injury and treatment are captured to support the coding.
Detailed operative notes including the extent of the laceration, repair techniques used, and any complications.
Surgical repair of neck lacerations requiring suturing or other interventions.
Documenting the surgical approach and any additional procedures performed is crucial for accurate coding.
Used when a laceration is repaired in an outpatient setting.
Document the size of the laceration and the repair technique used.
Emergency and surgical specialties should ensure that the procedure aligns with the diagnosis.
S11.81 is used for lacerations without foreign bodies, while S11.82 is for lacerations that involve a foreign body. Accurate documentation is essential to determine which code to use.
