Unsp superficial injury of unspecified finger, sequela

This code indicates a past, unspecified superficial injury to an unspecified finger, where the patient is now experiencing a residual effect or complication from that original injury. This could include chronic pain, stiffness, or cosmetic deformity resulting from a minor trauma like a scratch, abrasion, or contusion that has since healed.

Use this code when documentation clearly states a sequela (late effect) of an unspecified superficial injury to an unspecified finger, and the specific nature of the original injury or the specific finger involved is not detailed. This is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing long-term consequences of such an injury.

• Always look for more specific codes if the type of superficial injury (e.g., abrasion, contusion) or the specific finger (e.g., thumb, index finger) is documented.
• Ensure the documentation explicitly links the current condition to a past superficial injury as a sequela.
• Avoid using this code for acute injuries; it is strictly for late effects.