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This code signifies a past injury or complication resulting from an incident where a powered watercraft collided with another watercraft or an inanimate object. It indicates that the patient is experiencing a long-term effect or condition directly attributable to this specific type of watercraft accident.

Apply this code when documenting a chronic condition, disability, or late effect stemming from a collision involving a powered watercraft and another vessel or object. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the initial injury has healed, but residual problems persist.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar, limited range of motion).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past watercraft collision.
• The "S" at the end indicates "sequela," meaning it's used for complications or conditions arising after the acute injury has passed.