Assault by other sharp object, sequela

This code signifies a health condition or complication arising from a past assault where a sharp object, other than those specifically classified (e.g., knife, sword), was used as the weapon. It indicates that the patient is presenting for treatment of a long-term effect or consequence of that prior violent act.

Apply this code when documenting a sequela, such as chronic pain, scarring, nerve damage, or psychological trauma, directly attributable to an assault by an unspecified sharp object that occurred in the past. This code is appropriate when the initial injury has healed, but its lasting effects are being addressed.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code describing the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past assault by an "other sharp object."
• Do not use this code for the initial encounter or active treatment of the acute injury from the assault; use an acute injury code from the X99 category instead.