Accidental discharge of other larger firearm, sequela

This code indicates a health condition or complication arising as a direct result of an accidental discharge from a larger firearm, such as a rifle or shotgun, that occurred in the past. It signifies that the initial injury has healed, but its lasting effects are still being treated or evaluated.

Use this code when documenting the long-term consequences of a previous accidental larger firearm discharge. This includes chronic pain, nerve damage, scarring, or functional limitations directly attributable to the past injury. It should be assigned as a secondary diagnosis following the code for the specific sequela being treated.

• Always sequence this code after the code identifying the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar, nonunion of fracture).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past accidental larger firearm discharge.
• The "S" in the 7th character indicates sequela and should be used for encounters after the initial injury has healed.