Struck by ice hockey puck, sequela

This code indicates a health condition or complication arising from a past injury caused by being struck by an ice hockey puck. It signifies that the acute phase of the original injury has passed, and the patient is now experiencing a residual effect or long-term consequence directly attributable to that specific incident.

Apply this code when documenting a chronic pain syndrome, scar tissue formation, nerve damage, or other persistent issues that developed as a direct result of being hit by an ice hockey puck. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the focus is on managing these lasting effects, rather than the initial trauma.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) identifying the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior ice hockey puck injury.
• Do not use for acute injuries; refer to the appropriate acute injury codes for initial encounters.