Bitten by other marine mammals, sequela

This code signifies a health condition or complication arising from a previous bite by a marine mammal other than a dolphin, sea lion, or orca. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but its long-term effects, such as chronic pain, scarring, infection, or functional impairment, are now being addressed.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting for treatment of a residual condition directly attributable to a past bite from an unspecified marine mammal. This includes follow-up visits for wound care, scar revision, nerve damage, or psychological sequelae after the acute phase of the bite has passed.

• Always use in conjunction with a code describing the specific sequela (e.g., scar, chronic pain, infection).
• Ensure the "S" (sequela) seventh character is appropriate for the encounter.
• Do not use for acute bite injuries; those require initial encounter or subsequent encounter codes.