Other contact with other birds, sequela

This code signifies a health condition or complication arising from a past encounter with an unspecified type of bird, excluding chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese, and other specified birds. The "sequela" seventh character indicates that the injury or condition being treated is a late effect or residual of the initial incident.

Apply this code when documenting a current health problem directly attributable to a previous, unspecified bird contact. This includes conditions like chronic infections, scarring, or neurological damage that developed after the initial injury from an unidentifiable bird. It is used when the acute phase of the original injury has passed.

• Always assign an additional code to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., scar, chronic infection).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past "other bird" contact.
• Do not use for acute injuries or initial encounters with birds.