Bitten by horse, sequela

This code indicates a health condition or complication arising as a direct result of a previous horse bite. The sequela could manifest long after the initial injury has healed, such as chronic pain, nerve damage, disfigurement, or persistent infection. It signifies that the current patient encounter is for the management of these lasting effects.

Apply this code when a patient presents for treatment of a condition that is a direct consequence of a horse bite that occurred in the past. This includes follow-up care for complications like scar tissue, chronic osteomyelitis, or psychological trauma stemming from the original incident. Do not use for the initial acute injury.

• Always use in conjunction with a code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., a code for scar, chronic pain, or infection).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past horse bite.
• The "S" seventh character indicates sequela and is crucial for proper code assignment.