Superficial frostbite of other part of head, sequela

This code indicates a long-term complication or late effect resulting from superficial frostbite that occurred on a part of the head other than the eye or ear. This means the initial frostbite injury has healed, but there are residual symptoms or conditions directly attributable to that past injury.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition, such as scarring, altered sensation, or chronic pain, that is a direct consequence of a previously sustained superficial frostbite injury to a non-specific area of the head. This applies when the acute phase of the frostbite has resolved, and the current encounter addresses the lasting impact.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past superficial frostbite of the head.
• The "S" in the 7th character indicates a sequela, meaning the residual effect of a past injury.