ICD Code S29.9XXA

ICD code S29.9XXA is an unspecified injury of the thorax (chest area) during the patient's initial encounter for treatment.

1. Patient presents with an injury to the thoracic region (chest area).

2. The specific nature or type of thoracic injury cannot be determined or is not documented.

3. The injury is not further specified as to whether it involves the ribs, sternum, thoracic spine, or soft tissues.

4. The encounter is the initial assessment or treatment for this injury.

5. Symptoms may include chest pain, tenderness, swelling, bruising, or difficulty breathing, but without clear identification of the exact injury type.

6. No evidence of internal organ injury or specific thoracic fracture is documented.

7. The injury is not classified under a more specific thoracic injury code.

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code S29.9XXA include:

- 99281–99285 (Emergency department visits)

- 99221–99223 (Initial hospital care)

- 31500 (Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure)

- 32551 (Tube thoracostomy, includes water seal)

- 32554, 32555 (Thoracentesis, with/without imaging guidance)

- 32556, 32557 (Pleural drainage, percutaneous, with/without imaging guidance)

- 71045, 71046 (Chest X-ray, single or two views)

- 32020 (Thoracotomy with exploration and drainage)

- 99468–99476 (Critical care services, depending on patient age)

CPT code selection should be based on the specific clinical scenario and procedures performed for S29.9XXA.

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