Accidental strike or bumped into by another person, sequela

This code signifies the long-term or residual effects resulting from an injury where an individual was accidentally struck by or bumped into by another person. It is used when the initial acute injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience symptoms or complications directly attributable to that past event.

Apply this code when documenting conditions such as chronic pain, nerve damage, scar tissue formation, or psychological sequelae (e.g., PTSD) that are a direct consequence of a previous accidental collision with another person. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing these persistent issues.

• 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 past accidental striking/bumping incident.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute injury; it is exclusively for residual effects.