Crushed by crocodile, sequela

This code signifies a health condition or complication arising as a long-term consequence of a patient having been crushed by a crocodile. It indicates that the initial injury from the crocodile attack has resolved, but residual effects or chronic issues persist. These sequelae could include chronic pain, functional limitations, nerve damage, or disfigurement directly attributable to the original crushing injury.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting for treatment of a chronic condition or late effect that is a direct result of a past crocodile crushing injury. This applies to follow-up visits where the acute injury has healed, but ongoing medical management for the sequela is required. For example, a patient with chronic osteomyelitis stemming from a crocodile-induced crush injury sustained years prior.

• Always use in conjunction with a code identifying the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, nonunion fracture, scar contracture).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past crocodile crushing incident.
• This code is for sequelae only; do not use for the initial acute injury.