Foreign body in right ear, sequela

This code indicates a long-term or late effect resulting from a foreign body having been present in the patient's right ear. These sequelae can manifest as chronic inflammation, hearing loss, tympanic membrane perforation, or other persistent issues that occurred after the foreign body was removed or resolved.

Use this code when documenting conditions that are residual effects of a foreign body in the right ear, even if the foreign body is no longer present. This applies to follow-up visits where the patient is being treated for complications directly attributable to the past presence of the foreign body.

• Always use a secondary code to identify the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., H90.x for hearing loss, H72.x for perforation).
• Do not use this code for the initial encounter when the foreign body is still present; refer to the T16.1X_ acute codes for that scenario.
• The "S" seventh character indicates sequela and should be used for conditions that are the late effects of the foreign body.