Adverse effect of hemostatic drug, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or residual condition resulting from an adverse reaction to a medication intended to stop bleeding (hemostatic drug). This could include chronic organ damage, persistent neurological deficits, or other lasting health problems that developed after the initial adverse effect. The "S" indicates that this is a sequela, meaning the acute phase of the adverse effect has passed, but its consequences remain.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's current condition that is a direct, lasting consequence of a past adverse effect from a hemostatic agent. Examples include chronic kidney injury following a severe allergic reaction to a hemostatic, or persistent coagulopathy after an overdose of a procoagulant. This code is appropriate when the initial adverse event is no longer active, but its permanent impact on the patient's health is being treated or monitored.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) identifying the specific sequela (e.g., chronic kidney disease).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past adverse effect of a hemostatic drug.
• Do not use for acute adverse effects; those require an initial or subsequent encounter character.