Other hang-glider accident injuring occupant, sequela

This code signifies a long-term consequence or complication arising from an injury sustained by an occupant in a hang-glider accident, excluding those involving a collision with an aircraft. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but the patient continues to experience residual effects directly attributable to that past event.

Apply this code when documenting a condition that is a sequela of a hang-glider accident, such as chronic pain, scar tissue, limited range of motion, or neurological deficits, after the acute phase of the original injury has passed. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing these lasting effects.

• Always use in conjunction with a code identifying the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar, deformity).
• Ensure the medical record clearly links the current condition to a past hang-glider accident.
• The "S" in the 7th character indicates sequela and should only be used for conditions that are residual effects of a past injury.