Contusion of stomach, sequela

This code indicates a bruise or superficial injury to the stomach that occurred in the past and is now causing ongoing issues or complications. It signifies a residual effect from a prior blunt force trauma to the abdomen that impacted the stomach tissue.

Assign this code when documentation clearly links a current symptom or condition to a previously sustained contusion of the stomach. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the initial injury has healed, but its long-term sequelae are being addressed.

• Always require documentation of a prior stomach contusion and a causal link to the current condition.
• Do not use for acute stomach contusions; those require an initial encounter or subsequent encounter code.
• Ensure the "S" seventh character for sequela is appropriate, indicating a late effect of the injury.