Laceration without foreign body of unsp wrist, sequela

This code describes the long-term effects or complications arising from a past laceration to an unspecified wrist, where no foreign body was involved in the original injury. It indicates that the patient is currently experiencing residual issues directly attributable to that previous wound.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient presenting with persistent symptoms such as scar tissue pain, limited range of motion, or nerve damage that are a direct consequence of a healed wrist laceration. This applies when the initial acute injury has resolved, and the current encounter addresses these lasting sequelae.

• Always assign an additional code(s) to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., pain, scar, limited motion).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past wrist laceration.
• Do not use for acute lacerations; this code is exclusively for late effects.