Epidural hemorrhage w LOC of 1-5 hrs 59 min, sequela

This code signifies a long-term effect or complication arising from an epidural hemorrhage that initially presented with a moderate period of unconsciousness (between one and six hours). It indicates that the patient is experiencing residual symptoms or conditions directly attributable to the past epidural bleed and associated brain injury.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's current condition that is a direct consequence of a previously sustained epidural hemorrhage with a documented loss of consciousness lasting 1 to 5 hours and 59 minutes. This is used for follow-up encounters when the acute injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience sequelae such as cognitive deficits, neurological impairments, or persistent headaches. Documentation should clearly link the current symptoms to the past epidural hemorrhage and specify the duration of the initial loss of consciousness.

• Always sequence sequela codes after the code for the specific residual condition being treated.
• Ensure documentation explicitly states the duration of the initial loss of consciousness to differentiate from other S06.4X- codes.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute injury; it is strictly for the long-term effects.