Anterior cord syndrome at T7-T10, sequela

This code describes a specific type of incomplete spinal cord injury affecting the anterior portion of the thoracic spinal cord, specifically at the T7-T10 vertebral levels. It results in motor paralysis, loss of pain and temperature sensation below the injury, while preserving proprioception, vibration, and touch. The "sequela" designation indicates that this code is used for the late effects or residual conditions of the initial injury.

Use this code when documenting the long-term or residual neurological deficits stemming from a past anterior cord syndrome injury at the T7-T10 thoracic level. This applies to patients presenting for follow-up care, rehabilitation, or management of chronic symptoms related to this specific spinal cord injury.

• Always assign an external cause code (V00-Y99) in conjunction with this code to describe the cause of the original injury, if known.
• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "anterior cord syndrome" and the T7-T10 level, as well as indicating the condition is a sequela.
• Do not use this code for acute injuries; instead, use the appropriate acute injury code from the S24.13x series.