Animl-ridr injured in collision w anml-drn vehicle, sequela

This code signifies a delayed complication or condition arising from an initial injury where an animal rider collided with an animal-drawn vehicle. The injury sustained during the original event has led to a subsequent health issue requiring ongoing care or evaluation.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a long-term effect or complication directly attributable to an animal-rider versus animal-drawn vehicle collision. Examples include chronic pain, nerve damage, or scar tissue complications from the original incident.

• Requires a seventh character "S" for sequela, indicating a late effect.
• Always code the nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain, malunion) first, followed by this external cause code.
• Do not use for initial encounters or subsequent encounters for active treatment of the acute injury.