Open bite of penis, sequela

This code describes the long-term effects or complications arising from a past open bite injury to the penis. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but residual issues such as scarring, functional impairment, or chronic pain are still present. This is not for the acute injury itself, but for conditions that persist after the initial healing phase.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition that is a direct consequence of a previously sustained open bite to the penis. Examples include chronic pain, disfigurement, or erectile dysfunction directly attributable to the past injury. This code is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing these lasting effects.

• Always assign this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., scar, erectile dysfunction).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the historical open bite injury of the penis.
• Do not use this code for the initial or acute treatment of the open bite; use the acute injury code for that encounter.