Laceration w/o fb of l idx fngr w/o damage to nail, sequela

This code signifies a healed laceration on the left index finger that did not involve a foreign body or damage to the nail. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but there are residual effects or complications stemming from that past event.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a long-term consequence or late effect directly attributable to a previously sustained laceration of the left index finger, where the original injury did not involve a foreign body or nail damage. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing issues like scar tissue, chronic pain, or limited range of motion resulting from the old wound.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past left index finger laceration.
• Verify that the original laceration did not involve a foreign body or damage to the nail to accurately apply this specific code.