Open bite of left ear, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect resulting from an open bite injury to the left ear. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but residual issues, such as scarring, deformity, or functional impairment, persist. This code is used when the sequela, not the acute injury, is the current focus of treatment.

Apply this code when documenting the treatment of a chronic condition directly attributable to a past open bite of the left ear. Documentation should clearly state the causal link between the previous injury and the current sequela, and indicate that the acute injury has resolved. Examples include scar revision, management of chronic pain, or reconstructive surgery for deformity following the bite.

• Always sequence the sequela code first, followed by any additional codes detailing the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., scar, deformity).
• Do not use this code for the initial or acute treatment of an open bite; use an acute injury code from the S01.32- category instead.
• Ensure the medical record explicitly states that the condition being treated is a sequela of a past open bite, not an ongoing acute injury.