Struck by other birds, sequela

This code indicates that a patient is experiencing a health condition or injury that is a direct consequence of having been struck by an unspecified type of bird in the past. The current medical issue is a long-term effect or complication stemming from that original incident.

Apply this code when documenting a current diagnosis that is a sequela of a past injury caused by being struck by an unidentifiable bird. This would be used, for example, if a patient presents with chronic pain, scarring, or a permanent functional deficit resulting from such an event.

• Always use in conjunction with a code describing the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar, nonunion fracture).
• Ensure the medical record clearly links the current condition to the past bird strike.
• This "S" extension indicates sequela, meaning the initial injury has healed, but residual effects persist.