Traumatic brain compression with herniation, sequela

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications arising from a past episode of traumatic brain compression that resulted in brain herniation. It indicates that the patient is experiencing residual neurological deficits or other sequelae directly attributable to that specific historical injury.

Apply this code when documenting the current management of chronic conditions or persistent symptoms that are a direct consequence of a previously sustained traumatic brain compression with herniation. Documentation should clearly link the current sequela to the historical traumatic event and specify the nature of the ongoing neurological or physical impairment.

• This "S" code with the "S" seventh character indicates a sequela, meaning the acute injury has resolved, and the patient is now experiencing the long-term effects.
• Always sequence this sequela code first, followed by additional codes to specify the exact nature of the neurological deficit or other manifestations of the sequela (e.g., hemiplegia, cognitive deficits).
• Distinguish from acute traumatic brain injuries; this code is for chronic, residual conditions, not the initial injury or its immediate acute complications.