Hang-glider crash injuring occupant, sequela

This code signifies a past injury sustained by an individual involved in a hang-glider crash, where the effects of that injury are still present or manifest after the initial healing period. It indicates that the patient is experiencing a long-term consequence or complication directly attributable to the hang-gliding accident.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with chronic pain, functional limitations, scarring, or other lasting health problems that are a direct result of a hang-glider crash that occurred in the past. This code is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing these persistent issues, not for the initial acute injury.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar, nonunion fracture).
• The "S" in the 7th character indicates "sequela," meaning the long-term effects of the injury.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past hang-glider crash.