Laceration with foreign body of right buttock
ICD-10 S31.812 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of laceration with foreign body of right buttock.
S31.812 refers to a laceration of the right buttock that is complicated by the presence of a foreign body. This condition typically arises from traumatic incidents such as falls, accidents, or penetrating injuries. The laceration may vary in depth and severity, potentially involving subcutaneous tissue, muscle, and even deeper structures. The presence of a foreign body, such as glass, metal, or other debris, complicates the injury, necessitating careful evaluation and management. Clinicians must assess for signs of infection, tissue damage, and the need for surgical intervention to remove the foreign object and repair the laceration. Emergency surgical interventions may include debridement, foreign body extraction, and closure of the wound, depending on the extent of the injury. Proper documentation of the injury's mechanism, the nature of the foreign body, and the treatment provided is crucial for accurate coding and billing.
Detailed account of the injury mechanism, foreign body characteristics, and treatment provided.
Trauma cases involving falls, accidents, or assaults leading to lacerations with foreign bodies.
Ensure all aspects of the injury and treatment are documented to support coding.
Operative reports detailing the procedure for foreign body removal and laceration repair.
Surgical interventions for lacerations with foreign bodies requiring debridement or repair.
Accurate coding of surgical procedures performed in conjunction with the laceration treatment.
Used for repair of the laceration after foreign body removal.
Document the size and complexity of the laceration.
Ensure the procedure aligns with the injury's severity.
Used when the foreign body requires surgical extraction.
Detail the type and location of the foreign body.
Document any complications or additional procedures performed.
Document the mechanism of injury, type of foreign body, depth of the laceration, and any surgical interventions performed.
