ICD9 coding for lip laceration

How do I code from ICD9 an upper inner lip laceration with simple suture?

Aug 27th, 2013 -

re: ICD9 coding for lip laceration

You will want to start with 12011-12015 depending on the length, hope this helps

Aug 27th, 2013 - nmaguire 2,606

re: ICD9 coding for lip laceration

873.43 Open wound of lip, without mention of complication

Aug 28th, 2013 - cwohardy 1

re: ICD9 coding for lip laceration

Thank you!