Heat exhaustion due to salt depletion, sequela

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications arising from a past episode of heat exhaustion specifically caused by insufficient salt intake. It indicates that the patient is experiencing residual symptoms or conditions directly attributable to that prior salt-depletion heat exhaustion, rather than an acute event.

Use this code when documenting ongoing health issues, such as chronic fatigue, persistent muscle weakness, or renal complications, that are clearly linked as a sequela to a previously treated episode of heat exhaustion due to salt depletion. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the acute phase has resolved, but related problems persist.

• Always use a secondary code to identify the specific sequela (e.g., chronic kidney disease, muscle weakness).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past heat exhaustion due to salt depletion.
• This "S" seventh character indicates sequela and should only be used for conditions that are residual effects, not acute.