Bitten by goose, sequela

This code signifies a patient presenting with a health condition or complication that is a direct result of a goose bite. It indicates that the initial injury has already occurred, and the current encounter addresses a subsequent issue, such as an infection, scar formation, or other ongoing medical concern related to the bite.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient who previously sustained a goose bite and is now being treated for a related sequela. Examples include treating a chronic wound infection, addressing nerve damage, or managing psychological distress stemming from the initial bite incident.

• Always sequence this code after the primary diagnosis for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., cellulitis, scar).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior goose bite.
• Verify the encounter is for a sequela and not the initial acute bite; acute bites would use a different code from the W61.51X_ series.