Contusion of scrotum and testes, sequela

This code signifies a bruise or injury to the scrotum and/or testes that is a long-term effect or complication of an initial injury. It indicates that the acute phase of the contusion has passed, and the patient is now experiencing residual symptoms or conditions directly related to the original trauma.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing pain, swelling, discoloration, or other persistent issues in the scrotal area, where these symptoms are a direct consequence of a previously sustained contusion. This applies when the initial injury is no longer acute and the current encounter addresses the lasting impact.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past scrotal or testicular contusion.
• This code requires a 7th character "S" for sequela, indicating the long-term nature of the condition.
• Do not use for acute contusions; those require codes from the initial encounter or subsequent encounter categories.