Ultralt/microlt/pwr-glider crash injuring occupant, sequela

This code signifies a health condition or injury that is a direct consequence of a past crash involving an ultralight, microlight, or powered-glider aircraft, where the patient was an occupant. It indicates that the initial traumatic event has resolved, but the patient is still experiencing residual effects or complications.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with long-term complications, chronic pain, functional limitations, or other sequelae directly attributable to an ultralight, microlight, or powered-glider crash. This applies to follow-up encounters for conditions such as chronic orthopedic issues, neurological deficits, or psychological trauma stemming from the original incident.

• Always assign this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, fracture nonunion).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past ultralight/microlight/powered-glider crash.
• The "S" in the 7th character indicates sequela, meaning the initial injury has healed, but its lasting effects are being treated.