Assault by unarmed brawl or fight, sequela

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications arising from an injury sustained during an unarmed physical altercation or brawl. It indicates that the patient is presenting for treatment of a condition that is a direct consequence of such an assault, rather than the initial injury itself.

Apply this code when documenting conditions like chronic pain, scarring, neurological deficits, or psychological trauma that are sequelae of an assault by unarmed brawl or fight. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters occurring long after the initial injury has healed, but its lasting impact requires ongoing medical attention.

• Always use in conjunction with a code identifying the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar, PTSD).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past unarmed brawl or fight.
• This code is for the sequela of the assault, not the acute injury.