ICD Code L76.12

ICD code L76.12 is accidental puncture and laceration of skin and subcutaneous tissue that occurs during a medical procedure other than surgery.

1. Unintentional puncture or laceration of the skin and subcutaneous tissue occurs during a medical or surgical procedure.

2. The injury is identified as accidental and not inherent to the intended outcome of the procedure.

3. The procedure during which the injury occurred is not classified as a surgical operation on the skin or subcutaneous tissue itself.

4. Clinical documentation specifies the anatomical site and extent of the puncture or laceration.

5. The event is recognized and documented intraoperatively or postoperatively by the healthcare provider.

6. The injury requires clinical attention, such as repair, monitoring, or follow-up care.

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code L76.12 include:

- 12001–13160 (Repair of wound, including simple, intermediate, and complex repair)

- 10180 (Incision and drainage, complex, postoperative wound infection)

- 11042–11047 (Debridement, subcutaneous tissue, muscle, or bone)

- 12020–12021 (Treatment of superficial wound dehiscence)

- 97597–97598 (Removal of devitalized tissue from wound)

- 99499 (Unlisted evaluation and management service, if applicable)

CPT code selection should be based on the specific clinical scenario and procedure performed.

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