Strike/struck by unsp automobile airbag, sequela

This code signifies a health condition or injury that is a residual effect of a past incident involving an unspecified automobile airbag deploying and striking an individual, or the individual striking the airbag. It indicates that the primary injury from the airbag event has resolved, but the patient is still experiencing long-term consequences.

Use this code when documenting a current condition directly attributable to a previous, unspecified automobile airbag deployment. This applies to follow-up visits for chronic pain, limited range of motion, scarring, or other lasting impairments resulting from the initial impact. It is appropriate when the specific type of airbag (e.g., driver, passenger, side) is not documented.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) for the specific sequela condition(s) being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past airbag incident.
• The "S" in the 7th character indicates sequela and should be used for complications or conditions arising as a direct result of a previous injury.