Traum subrac hem w LOC of 1-5 hrs 59 min, sequela

This code signifies a sequela of a traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage where the patient experienced a loss of consciousness lasting between 1 hour and 5 hours 59 minutes. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient is still experiencing residual effects or complications directly attributable to that specific brain injury.

Apply this code when documenting the long-term effects or complications arising from a traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with a documented loss of consciousness within the specified timeframe. This code is appropriate for encounters where the acute injury has passed, and the patient is being treated for chronic neurological deficits, cognitive impairments, or other lasting sequelae. Documentation must clearly state the original injury, the duration of unconsciousness, and the current sequela being addressed.

• Always sequence this sequela code first when the reason for the encounter is the management of the sequela.
• Ensure the medical record explicitly states the duration of the loss of consciousness from the initial traumatic event.
• Do not use this code for acute traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage; instead, use the appropriate acute injury code.