Self-harm by oth gas, air or spring-operated gun, sequela

This code signifies a long-term consequence or complication resulting from an intentional self-inflicted injury involving a gas, air, or spring-operated gun. It indicates that the initial acute injury has resolved, but the patient is now presenting for treatment of a residual condition directly attributable to that past self-harm event.

Apply this code when a patient is being treated for a sequela (e.g., chronic pain, nerve damage, scarring, psychological impact) stemming from a previous intentional self-harm incident involving a non-firearm projectile weapon. This code is appropriate for follow-up care or rehabilitation related to the lasting effects of such an injury.

• Always assign an additional code to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar, psychological disorder).
• Ensure the documentation clearly links the current condition to the past intentional self-harm event by a gas, air, or spring-operated gun.
• This "S" (sequela) seventh character indicates that the injury itself is no longer active, and the patient is being treated for the residual effects.