Struck by basketball, sequela

This code indicates a health condition or complication arising as a delayed effect from being struck by a basketball. It signifies that the initial injury has resolved, but a lasting consequence or chronic issue remains.

Apply this code when a patient presents with a current medical problem that is a direct result of a past incident involving being hit by a basketball. This is appropriate for conditions like chronic pain, nerve damage, or persistent functional limitations that developed after the initial impact.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic headache, vision impairment).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past basketball impact.
• Do not use for acute injuries; this code is exclusively for late effects.