ICD Code S00.03XA

ICD code S00.03XA is a diagnosis code used to indicate a contusion (bruise) of the scalp, and this is the patient's initial encounter for this injury.

1. Presence of a blunt force injury to the scalp without an open wound

2. Observable swelling, discoloration (bruise), or tenderness on the scalp

3. No evidence of skull fracture or intracranial injury

4. Patient presents for initial evaluation and treatment of the injury

5. Symptoms may include localized pain, mild swelling, and possible hematoma formation on the scalp

Relevant CPT codes for ICD S00.03XA may include:

- 99201–99205 (Office or other outpatient visit, new patient)

- 99211–99215 (Office or other outpatient visit, established patient)

- 12001–12007 (Simple repair of superficial wounds of scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk and/or extremities)

- 12011–12018 (Layer closure of wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities)

- 97110 (Therapeutic exercises, if physical therapy is required)

- 97597 (Debridement, if necessary)

- 20550 (Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis, if indicated)

CPT code selection depends on the specific services rendered during the encounter.

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