Insect bite (nonvenomous) of l frnt wl of thorax, sequela

This code indicates a long-term or late-effect condition resulting from a nonvenomous insect bite on the left anterior chest wall. This could include persistent scarring, chronic dermatitis, or other lasting tissue changes directly attributable to the original bite.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition that is a direct consequence of a past nonvenomous insect bite to the left front of the thorax. This applies when the acute phase of the bite has resolved, but residual effects persist and require ongoing medical attention.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., L90.5 for scar conditions).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previous nonvenomous insect bite on the specified body area.
• Do not use for acute insect bites; those require codes from the initial encounter or subsequent encounter categories.