Oth intentional self-harm by drown, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or residual condition resulting from an intentional act of self-harm involving drowning or submersion. It indicates that the patient is presenting for treatment of a sequela directly attributable to a past self-inflicted drowning event, rather than the acute injury itself. These sequelae can include neurological deficits, chronic respiratory issues, or other persistent health problems.

Apply this code when documenting the treatment of a chronic condition that arose as a direct consequence of a previous, intentional self-harm attempt by drowning or submersion. This would be used for follow-up care long after the initial acute event has resolved. Examples include ongoing therapy for anoxic brain injury or chronic lung disease stemming from the incident.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code for the specific residual condition being treated.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute injury or during the immediate recovery phase; it is strictly for late effects.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past intentional self-harm by drowning.