Insect bite (nonvenomous) of throat, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or late-effect condition resulting from a nonvenomous insect bite affecting the throat area. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience residual symptoms or complications directly attributable to the past bite.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a sequela (e.g., scarring, chronic pain, dysphagia) in the throat region that is a direct consequence of a previous nonvenomous insect bite. This code is appropriate when the acute phase of the bite has passed, and the current encounter addresses the lingering effects.

• Always sequence the sequela code first, followed by a code describing the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., dysphagia, scar).
• Ensure documentation explicitly states the insect bite was "nonvenomous" and specifies the "throat" as the affected area.
• Do not use this code for acute insect bites; instead, refer to codes in the T14.81x category for current injuries.