Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for wounds includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Wounds
Use ICD-10 code S31.831A for puncture wound without foreign body, right lower leg, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Infection following a procedure, initial encounter
Use when there is an infection following a surgical procedure related to the wound.
The ICD-10 code for a puncture wound without foreign body on the right lower leg is S31.831A.
Document the wound type, location, size, tissue type, and any exudate. Use standardized terminology for accurate ICD-10 coding.