Type 1 fracture of sacrum, sequela

This code signifies a fracture of the sacrum, specifically a Type 1 injury, where the patient is now experiencing long-term effects or complications from the original fracture. These sequelae can include chronic pain, nerve damage, or functional limitations that persist after the initial healing phase.

Apply this code when documenting conditions directly resulting from a previously healed or resolved Type 1 sacral fracture. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the focus is on managing or treating the residual problems stemming from the old injury, rather than the acute fracture itself.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, with the primary diagnosis reflecting the specific sequela being treated (e.g., chronic pain, nonunion).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior Type 1 sacral fracture.
• The "S" in the 7th character indicates sequela, meaning the patient is seen for a complication or late effect of the original injury.