Crushed by other nonvenomous reptiles, sequela

This code indicates a long-term or residual effect resulting from an injury where a patient was crushed by a nonvenomous reptile other than a snake or alligator. This could include chronic pain, nerve damage, scarring, or impaired function directly attributable to the original crushing incident. The sequela manifests after the acute phase of the injury has passed.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition that is a direct consequence of being crushed by a nonvenomous reptile, such as a large lizard (e.g., monitor lizard) or a tortoise, at some point in the past. This applies when the initial acute injury has healed, but lasting complications persist and require ongoing medical attention.

• Always sequence the code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar, malunion) first, followed by this external cause code.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past crushing injury by a nonvenomous reptile.
• The "S" in the 7th character indicates sequela and should only be used for conditions that are residual effects of a past injury.