S35.232
Billable

Major laceration of inferior mesenteric artery

Billable / Specific Code

What is Major laceration of inferior mesenteric artery?

ICD-10-CM S35.232 is the diagnosis code for Major laceration of inferior mesenteric artery. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis and external genitals" within Chapter 19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for S35.232

✅ This Code Includes

  • Complete transection of inferior mesenteric artery
  • Traumatic rupture of inferior mesenteric artery

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S35.232 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S35.232 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S35.232 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S35.232 mean?

S35.232 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Major laceration of inferior mesenteric artery". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S35.232?

The parent code of S35.232 is S35.23 ("Injury of inferior mesenteric artery"). S35.232 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S35.232 in?

S35.232 is located in Section S30-S39 — "Injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis and external genitals" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S35.232?

Use S35.232 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Major laceration of inferior mesenteric artery" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Major laceration of inferior mesenteric artery?

The ICD-10-CM code for Major laceration of inferior mesenteric artery is S35.232.

Can S35.232 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S35.232 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S35.232 in?

S35.232 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S35.232 valid for 2026?

Yes, S35.232 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
S35.232
Major laceration of inferior mesenteric artery
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S30-S39 — Injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis and external genitals
2026 ICD-10-CM