Unspecified sprain of right wrist, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or late effect resulting from an unspecified sprain of the right wrist. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience residual symptoms or complications directly attributable to that past sprain.

Apply this code when documenting a patient encounter for ongoing issues related to a previously sustained right wrist sprain, such as chronic pain, instability, or limited range of motion, after the acute phase of the injury has passed. This is appropriate when the specific ligament(s) involved in the original sprain were not documented or are unknown.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., chronic pain, instability).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past right wrist sprain.
• Do not use this code for acute or subacute sprains; those require codes from the initial encounter or subsequent encounter categories.