Fall on or from playground slide, sequela

This code indicates a long-term complication or condition arising from an injury sustained due to a fall on or from a playground slide. It signifies that the initial injury has resolved, but its lasting effects are still present and require ongoing medical attention.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a chronic condition, disability, or other residual effect directly attributable to a past fall from a playground slide. This applies to follow-up encounters where the sequela, not the acute injury, is the primary focus of care.

• 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 historical playground slide fall.
• Do not use for initial injury encounters or acute care related to the original fall.