S11
Open wound of neck
Non-billableCategory
7th Character Required
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category S11
A - initial encounter
D - subsequent encounter
S - sequela
Coding Guidelines
Excludes2 (Not Included Here)
These conditions are not part of this code but may be reported additionally if documented
- open fracture of vertebra (S12.- with 7th character B)
Code Also
- any associated:
- spinal cord injury (S14.0, S14.1-)
- wound infection
