Other skateboard accident, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or late-effect condition resulting from an injury sustained in a skateboard accident, excluding those involving collisions with pedestrians or other conveyances. It is used when the initial injury has healed, but a residual problem or complication persists.

Apply this code when documenting a current condition that is a direct consequence of a past skateboard accident, such as chronic pain, scar tissue, limited range of motion, or neurological deficits. This code is appropriate when the acute phase of the original injury has passed and the patient is being treated for the lasting effects.

• Always sequence this code second, after the code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar contracture).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past skateboard accident.
• Do not use for acute injuries; this code is exclusively for sequelae.