Glider (nonpowered) crash injuring occupant, sequela

This code indicates a long-term health condition or complication arising from an injury sustained by an occupant in a non-motorized glider crash. It signifies that the initial acute injury has resolved, but its lasting effects are still being addressed or monitored.

Apply this code when documenting conditions such as chronic pain, neurological deficits, scarring, or orthopedic sequelae directly attributable to a glider crash, after the initial injury has healed. It is appropriate for follow-up visits and ongoing management of these persistent issues.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past glider crash.
• The "S" in the 7th character indicates sequela; do not use for initial or subsequent encounters for the acute injury.