Traum subdr hem w LOC of 31-59 min, sequela

This code signifies a chronic or late effect of a subdural hemorrhage that was initially caused by trauma and resulted in a loss of consciousness lasting between 31 and 59 minutes. This indicates ongoing neurological deficits or complications directly attributable to the past traumatic brain injury.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with sequelae (e.g., cognitive impairment, persistent headaches, neurological deficits) from a previously sustained traumatic subdural hemorrhage. The patient's medical record must clearly state the traumatic etiology and specify the duration of the initial loss of consciousness as 31 to 59 minutes.

• Always assign a sequela code (S06.5X2S) for conditions that are residual effects of a past injury, not for the acute injury itself.
• Ensure documentation explicitly links the current condition to the prior traumatic subdural hemorrhage and specifies the exact duration of unconsciousness.
• Do not confuse with acute traumatic subdural hemorrhage codes (without the 'S' for sequela) or codes for non-traumatic subdural hemorrhages.