Oclr lac/rupt w prolaps/loss of intraoc tiss, unsp eye, sqla

This code describes the long-term effects or complications arising from a past injury involving a full-thickness tear or bursting of the eyeball, where internal eye structures have protruded or been lost. It signifies a permanent sequela of a severe penetrating or blunt ocular trauma. The specific eye affected is not documented.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting for follow-up care or treatment of a chronic condition directly resulting from a previous ocular laceration or rupture with prolapse/loss of intraocular tissue. The medical record must clearly indicate that the current condition is a residual effect of a past injury, and the affected eye is not specified.

• Requires a seventh character 'S' for sequela, indicating a late effect.
• Do not use for initial encounters or active treatment of the acute injury; use appropriate acute injury codes.
• Ensure documentation explicitly links the current condition to a prior ocular laceration/rupture with tissue prolapse/loss.