Abrasion of penis, sequela

This code indicates a past abrasion injury to the penis, where the patient is now experiencing a residual effect or complication directly attributable to that original injury. This is not for the initial acute abrasion, but rather for a chronic or late-developing issue stemming from it.

Apply this code when documenting conditions such as scarring, altered sensation, or chronic pain in the penile region that are a direct consequence of a previously sustained abrasion. It is used when the acute phase of the abrasion has resolved, but its long-term impact is still present and being treated.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., scar, chronic pain).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past penile abrasion.
• This seventh character 'S' indicates sequela and should only be used for complications or conditions arising as a direct result of a previous injury, not for the initial encounter.