Other specified injuries of larynx, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or residual effect from a previously sustained, specifically identified injury to the larynx that is not classified elsewhere. These are conditions that persist after the acute phase of the original laryngeal trauma has resolved.

Use this code when documenting chronic hoarseness, vocal cord paralysis, laryngeal stenosis, or other lasting impairments directly attributable to a past laryngeal injury. This applies when the acute injury has healed, but its consequences remain.

• Always assign an additional code to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., J38.0 for vocal cord paralysis).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current laryngeal condition to a prior injury.
• This code requires a 7th character "S" for sequela, indicating the late effects of the injury.