Laceration with foreign body of scrotum and testes
ICD-10 S31.32 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of laceration with foreign body of scrotum and testes.
S31.32 refers to a laceration of the scrotum and testes that is complicated by the presence of a foreign body. This condition typically arises from traumatic injuries, which may occur due to accidents, falls, or penetrating injuries. The presence of a foreign body can complicate the injury, leading to increased risk of infection, delayed healing, and potential damage to the testes or surrounding structures. Clinical management often requires thorough evaluation, including imaging studies to assess the extent of the injury and the location of the foreign body. Surgical intervention may be necessary to remove the foreign body, repair the laceration, and prevent complications such as hematoma or necrosis of the testicular tissue. Proper documentation of the mechanism of injury, the type of foreign body, and the surgical procedures performed is crucial for accurate coding and billing.
Detailed surgical notes, imaging results, and follow-up care plans.
Traumatic injuries from sports, accidents, or assaults leading to scrotal lacerations.
Ensure documentation specifies the type of foreign body and any associated injuries.
Comprehensive assessment notes, including vital signs, mechanism of injury, and initial treatment provided.
Patients presenting with acute scrotal pain and visible lacerations after trauma.
Document all interventions performed in the emergency setting, including imaging and consultations.
Used when an abscess develops post-laceration.
Document the size, location, and nature of the abscess.
Urologists should ensure that all surgical interventions are documented thoroughly.
Documentation should include the mechanism of injury, details about the foreign body, any surgical interventions performed, and follow-up care plans.
