Abrasion of left eyelid and periocular area, sequela

This code signifies a past injury to the left eyelid and surrounding eye area that resulted in a superficial scrape or rub-off of the skin, and the patient is now presenting with a residual condition or complication directly attributable to that initial abrasion. This could include scarring, chronic irritation, or other long-term effects.

Use this code when documenting a patient encounter for a sequela (late effect) of an abrasion to the left eyelid and periocular region. The medical record must clearly indicate that the current condition is a direct consequence of a previously sustained abrasion, and the initial injury itself is no longer acute.

• Requires a seventh character "S" to indicate sequela; do not use for active or acute abrasions.
• Always sequence the sequela code first, followed by codes for the specific residual condition(s) being treated (e.g., scar, chronic blepharitis).
• Ensure documentation explicitly links the current condition to a past abrasion of the left eyelid/periocular area.