Adverse effect of anterior pituitary hormones, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or residual adverse effect resulting from the therapeutic use of anterior pituitary hormones. These hormones, such as growth hormone or prolactin, are administered for various conditions, and an adverse effect indicates an unintended and undesirable reaction to the medication. A sequela implies that the initial adverse reaction has resolved, but a lasting consequence or complication remains.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a chronic or permanent condition directly attributable to a past adverse reaction to anterior pituitary hormone therapy. This includes situations where the patient is no longer taking the medication but continues to experience a related health issue. Examples might include persistent endocrine imbalances or organ damage that occurred as a result of the initial adverse effect.

• Always sequence this code after the code for the specific sequela (e.g., the specific endocrine disorder or organ damage).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past adverse effect of anterior pituitary hormones.
• Distinguish from acute adverse effects, which would use the initial encounter or subsequent encounter seventh character.