ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for S25.21
Minor laceration of superior vena cava
Coding Notes & Guidelines for S25.21
Inclusion Terms
- Incomplete transection of superior vena cava
- Laceration of superior vena cava NOS
- Superficial laceration of superior vena cava
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code S25.21 (Minor laceration of superior vena cava)
ICD-10-CM code S25.21 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM S25.21 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about S25.21 - Minor laceration of superior vena cava. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Minor laceration of superior vena cava.