Traum subrac hem w LOC of 31-59 min, sequela

This code signifies a brain bleed occurring in the space between the brain and the surrounding membrane (subarachnoid space) due to trauma, where the patient experienced a loss of consciousness lasting between 31 and 59 minutes. The "S" at the end indicates that this is a sequela code, meaning it describes a late effect or complication of the initial injury.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage and specifies a loss of consciousness duration within the 31-59 minute range. This code is used for conditions or complications arising from the initial injury, even after the acute phase has passed. Documentation must explicitly link the current condition to the prior traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code for the specific late effect or complication being treated.
• Ensure the medical record clearly distinguishes between traumatic and non-traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage; this code is strictly for traumatic origin.
• Verify the exact duration of loss of consciousness; codes vary significantly based on this parameter.