Zygomatic fracture, left side, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect resulting from a previous fracture of the left zygoma (cheekbone). It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but the patient is now experiencing residual issues directly attributable to that past fracture.

Apply this code when the patient presents for treatment of a current problem (e.g., chronic pain, malunion, nonunion, cosmetic deformity, functional impairment) that is a direct consequence of a healed left zygomatic fracture. Documentation should clearly link the current condition to the prior injury and specify the left side.

• Always sequence the code for the specific sequela (e.g., M26.0- for jaw anomalies, R52.2 for chronic pain) before this sequela code.
• Ensure documentation explicitly states "sequela," "late effect," or describes a current condition resulting from a healed fracture.
• Do not use for acute or subacute fractures; those require specific acute fracture codes.