Pnctr of abd wall w/o fb, r flank w/o penet perit cav, sqla

This code signifies a healed or residual effect from a puncture wound located on the right flank of the abdominal wall. Importantly, this wound did not involve any foreign object and did not extend into the peritoneal cavity at the time of the initial injury. The "sequela" indicates that the patient is now presenting for care related to a complication or late effect of this past injury.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient experiencing a long-term consequence of a previously sustained puncture wound to the right flank, such as chronic pain, scar tissue complications, or nerve damage. This code is appropriate when the initial acute injury has resolved, and the current encounter addresses a residual issue.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the injury occurred on the right flank and did not involve a foreign body or peritoneal penetration.
• Confirm the encounter is for a sequela, not the initial acute injury.
• Always code an additional diagnosis to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar contracture).