Pnctr w fb of l mid finger w damage to nail, sequela

This code signifies a past injury to the left middle finger, specifically a puncture wound that introduced a foreign object, and resulted in damage to the nail. The "sequela" indicates that this code is used to report the late effects or complications arising from that initial injury, rather than the acute event itself.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing issues, complications, or residual effects directly attributable to a previously sustained puncture wound with a foreign body in the left middle finger, where the nail was also damaged. This would apply to follow-up visits for chronic pain, infection, nail deformity, or restricted movement stemming from the original injury.

• Always ensure documentation clearly specifies "sequela" or "late effect" to justify using this code.
• Verify the laterality (left) and specific digit (middle finger) are accurately documented.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute injury; instead, use the appropriate acute injury code.