Other snow-ski accident, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or late-developing health condition directly resulting from an "other snow-ski accident." It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but its lasting effects, such as chronic pain, functional impairment, or psychological sequelae, are now being addressed.

Apply this code when a patient presents for treatment of a current condition that is a direct consequence of a snow-ski accident, and the acute phase of the original injury has passed. This would include follow-up visits for chronic knee instability after a ski fall, persistent nerve damage from a collision, or ongoing psychological distress related to the incident.

• Always use a secondary code to identify the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain, osteoarthritis, scar contracture).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past snow-ski accident.
• This code is for "other" snow-ski accidents, meaning those not specifically classified elsewhere (e.g., collision with a stationary object, fall).