Contusion of lower back and pelvis, sequela

This code signifies a contusion, or bruise, located on the lower back or pelvic region, where the injury's acute phase has passed and the patient is experiencing a residual effect or complication. This could include persistent pain, stiffness, or other long-term sequelae directly attributable to the original contusion.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing symptoms or complications from a previously sustained contusion to the lower back or pelvis. This is appropriate for follow-up visits where the focus is on managing the chronic effects rather than the initial injury.

• Always use in conjunction with a code identifying the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain code).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current symptoms to the prior lower back/pelvis contusion.
• Verify the encounter is for a sequela, not an acute injury or an unrelated condition.