Assault by drown while in swimming pool, sequela

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications resulting from an assault where the victim was intentionally drowned or submerged in a swimming pool. These sequelae can include chronic respiratory issues, neurological damage, or psychological trauma that manifest after the initial injury has healed.

Apply this code when documenting conditions that are a direct consequence of a past assault by drowning or submersion in a swimming pool. This is appropriate for follow-up visits or when a patient presents with a chronic condition directly attributable to such an event. Do not use for the initial acute injury.

• Always sequence this code after the code describing the specific sequela (e.g., chronic anoxic encephalopathy).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past assault by drowning in a swimming pool.
• Verify the encounter is for the sequela, not the initial acute injury.