ICD Code S81.809A

ICD code S81.809A is an unspecified open wound of an unspecified lower leg, for an initial encounter.

1. Presence of an open wound located on the lower leg

2. The specific nature or type of the wound is not identified or documented

3. The exact location on the lower leg is not specified

4. The encounter is the initial visit for active treatment of the wound

5. No additional complications or associated injuries are documented

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code S81.809A include:

- 11042 (Debridement, subcutaneous tissue)

- 11043 (Debridement, muscle and/or fascia)

- 12001–12007 (Simple repair of superficial wounds of lower leg)

- 12031–12037 (Layered closure of wounds of lower leg)

- 13120–13122 (Repair, complex, lower leg)

- 97597 (Removal of devitalized tissue, first 20 sq cm or less)

- 97598 (Each additional 20 sq cm)

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

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