Contusion of right thigh, sequela

This code indicates a bruise or contusion of the right thigh that is a residual effect or complication of an earlier injury. It signifies that the initial injury has healed, but some lasting impact, such as chronic pain, stiffness, or discoloration, persists.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing symptoms or conditions in their right thigh directly attributable to a past contusion. This is appropriate for follow-up visits where the focus is on managing the long-term effects rather than the acute injury itself.

• Always append the appropriate seventh character (A for initial encounter, D for subsequent encounter, S for sequela).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current right thigh condition to a previous contusion.
• Consider co-reporting with codes for specific sequelae (e.g., chronic pain, scar tissue) if applicable and supported by documentation.