Abrasion of right hand, sequela

This code signifies a superficial injury to the right hand, characterized by a scrape or rubbing off of the skin's outermost layer, specifically when the injury's long-term effects or complications are being treated. It indicates that the initial acute abrasion has healed, but residual issues related to it are now being addressed.

Use this code when documenting the treatment of a scar, chronic pain, nerve damage, or other persistent problems directly resulting from a previous abrasion to the right hand. This applies to encounters where the focus is on managing the lasting consequences, not the initial injury itself.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past right hand abrasion.
• Do not use this code for the initial treatment of an acute abrasion; use an acute abrasion code instead.
• Always assign an additional code to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., scar, chronic pain).