Abrasion of unspecified finger, sequela

This code indicates a superficial injury to the skin of an unspecified finger, characterized by scraping or rubbing off of the epidermis, where the injury's acute phase has passed and the long-term effects or complications are being addressed. It signifies that the abrasion itself is no longer active, but its residual impact is the focus of the current encounter.

Use this code when documenting the follow-up care for an old abrasion of a finger, such as managing a scar, persistent discoloration, or nerve damage resulting from the initial injury. It is appropriate for encounters where the patient is presenting for treatment of a sequela, not the initial acute injury.

• Always assign a seventh character of "S" for sequela when the patient is being treated for the residual effects of a past injury.
• Do not use this code for acute abrasions; instead, select an appropriate acute injury code with a seventh character for initial, subsequent, or active treatment.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previously sustained finger abrasion.