Struck by other sports foot wear, sequela

This code describes a sequela, or a late effect, resulting from an injury sustained when a patient was struck by sports footwear other than cleats. This indicates a long-term or residual condition directly attributable to the initial impact from the sports shoe.

Use this code when documenting a chronic condition, deformity, or functional impairment that developed as a direct consequence of being struck by non-cleated sports footwear. This applies to situations where the initial acute injury has resolved, but a lasting effect remains, such as chronic pain, scar tissue, or limited range of motion.

• Always assign an additional code to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar, malunion).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past injury involving being struck by sports footwear.
• This code is for sequelae only; for the initial acute injury, a different W21.39X_ code would be used.