Ant cord syndrome at unsp level of thor spinal cord, sequela

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications arising from damage to the anterior portion of the thoracic spinal cord, where the specific level of injury is not documented. Anterior cord syndrome typically results in motor paralysis, loss of pain and temperature sensation below the lesion, while preserving proprioception, vibration, and touch.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's current condition that is a direct consequence of a past anterior cord syndrome affecting the thoracic spine, and the precise vertebral level of the original injury is unknown or unstated. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing chronic deficits from such an injury.

• Ensure the documentation clearly links the current symptoms or condition to a previous anterior cord syndrome.
• Only use this code when the specific thoracic level (e.g., T1, T4) is not documented; otherwise, a more specific code should be chosen.
• The "S" seventh character indicates a sequela, meaning it's used for complications or conditions that are the residual effects of an acute injury.