Laceration w/o foreign body of scrotum and testes, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or late-effect complication resulting from a past laceration to the scrotum and/or testes, where no foreign body was involved at the time of the original injury. It indicates that the patient is currently experiencing a residual issue directly attributable to that previous wound.

Use this code when documenting a current condition or symptom that is a direct consequence of a healed or previously treated laceration of the scrotum or testes, and the original injury did not involve a foreign body. Examples include chronic pain, scarring, or functional impairment directly linked to the old injury.

• Always sequence this code after the code describing the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar formation).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past laceration without foreign body.
• Verify the "S" seventh character for sequela is appropriate, indicating a late effect.