Pnctr w/o fb of r bk wl of thorax w/o penet thor cav, sqla

This code signifies a past puncture injury to the right posterior chest wall that did not involve a foreign object or penetrate the thoracic cavity. The "sequela" indicates that this code is used to report a current condition or complication that is a direct result of that previous puncture wound.

Use this code when documenting a long-term effect or complication stemming from a prior puncture wound to the right back of the thorax. This could include chronic pain, scarring, nerve damage, or other persistent issues directly attributable to the original injury, after the initial wound has healed.

• Ensure the documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous puncture wound.
• Do not use this code for the initial encounter of the puncture wound; it is specifically for sequelae.
• Always code the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar) in addition to this code to fully describe the patient's condition.