Struck by other marine mammals, sequela

This code indicates a past injury or adverse health condition resulting from an encounter with a marine mammal other than a dolphin, sea lion, or orca. It signifies that the patient is experiencing a current health problem directly attributable to this prior incident. The nature of the sequela can vary widely, from chronic pain to neurological deficits or scarring.

Apply this code when documenting a current condition that is a direct consequence of being struck by a marine mammal such as a whale, walrus, manatee, or seal. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the initial injury has resolved, but residual effects persist. It should be used in conjunction with a code describing the specific sequela.

• Always sequence this code after the code identifying the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar, neurological deficit).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past marine mammal strike.
• Do not use for initial encounters or acute injuries; this code is exclusively for sequelae.