Complete lesion at unsp level of cerv spinal cord, sequela

This code signifies a complete transection or severe disruption of the cervical spinal cord, resulting in a total loss of motor and sensory function below the level of injury, as a long-term consequence. This represents the permanent neurological deficits stemming from a prior acute cervical spinal cord injury.

Apply this code for patients presenting with chronic, irreversible neurological impairment due to a previously sustained complete cervical spinal cord lesion. Documentation should clearly state "sequela" or "late effect" of a complete cervical spinal cord injury, indicating the current encounter is for managing these ongoing conditions rather than the initial acute injury.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the primary condition or complication being treated during the current encounter.
• Ensure documentation specifies "complete lesion" and "cervical spinal cord" to differentiate from incomplete lesions or other spinal regions.
• Do not use for acute injuries; refer to the appropriate acute injury codes (S14.11x- without the 'S' seventh character) for initial treatment.