S36.251D ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Moderate laceration of body of pancreas, subsequent encounter for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.

Short description for S36.251D ICD 10 code:

Moderate laceration of body of pancreas, subs encntr


Present On Admission (POA Exempt)

S36.251D ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting

Clinical information about S36.251D ICD 10 code

The pancreas is a gland behind your stomach and in front of your spine. It produces juices that help break down food and hormones that help control blood sugar levels. Problems with the pancreas can lead to many health problems. These include:

  • Pancreatitis, or inflammation of the pancreas: This happens when digestive enzymes start digesting the pancreas itself
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Cystic fibrosis, a genetic disorder in which thick, sticky mucus can also block tubes in your pancreas

The pancreas also plays a role in diabetes. In type 1 diabetes, the beta cells of the pancreas no longer make insulin because the body's immune system has attacked them. In type 2 diabetes, the pancreas loses the ability to secrete enough insulin in response to meals.

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