Contusion of right elbow, sequela

This code indicates a bruise to the right elbow that is a late effect or complication of an initial injury. It signifies that the original contusion has resolved, but there are now residual symptoms or conditions directly attributable to that past injury.

This code is appropriate when a patient presents with a current condition or symptom (e.g., chronic pain, stiffness, limited range of motion) in the right elbow that is a direct consequence of a previously sustained contusion. It should be used after the acute phase of the initial injury has passed.

• Always assign an additional code to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar formation, joint stiffness).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior right elbow contusion.
• Do not use for acute contusions; those require codes from the initial encounter or subsequent encounter categories.