Lacerat extn musc/fasc/tend r little fngr at forarm lv, sqla

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect resulting from a previous laceration to the extensor muscles, fascia, or tendons specifically located in the right little finger, but where the injury occurred at the forearm level. This indicates a prior, acute injury that has since healed, but continues to manifest residual issues.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing symptoms, functional limitations, or other sequelae directly attributable to a past laceration of the extensor structures of the right little finger, where the original injury site was in the forearm. This applies to follow-up encounters for chronic problems stemming from the initial trauma.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition as a direct consequence of a previous laceration.
• Verify the specific digit (little finger) and the anatomical level of the original injury (forearm) are accurately reflected.
• Do not use for acute injuries; this "S" seventh character is exclusively for sequelae.