Contusion of duodenum, sequela

This code indicates a long-term or late-effect complication arising from a past injury to the duodenum, specifically a bruise or contusion. It signifies that the patient is currently experiencing symptoms or conditions directly attributable to that previous duodenal trauma.

Apply this code when documentation clearly links a current duodenal issue (e.g., stricture, chronic pain, malabsorption) to a previously sustained contusion of the duodenum. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the initial acute injury has resolved, but its lasting effects are being treated or monitored.

• Requires a seventh character 'S' to denote sequela, indicating a late effect.
• Always sequence this code after the code(s) describing the specific current manifestation of the sequela.
• Ensure the medical record explicitly states the connection between the current condition and the past duodenal contusion.