Sprain of interphalangeal joint of l mid finger, sequela

This code indicates a sprain affecting the interphalangeal joint of the left middle finger, where the injury's long-term effects or complications are being addressed. This could include chronic pain, stiffness, or instability resulting from a previously sustained sprain to this specific joint.

Apply this code when documenting the treatment or evaluation of residual conditions directly attributable to an old sprain of the left middle finger's interphalangeal joint. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing persistent issues rather than the initial acute injury.

• Always assign a seventh character of "S" for sequela when the patient is being seen for late effects of the injury.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current symptoms or condition to a past sprain of the specified joint.
• Do not use this code for acute sprains; instead, select an appropriate acute sprain code with a seventh character for initial or subsequent encounter.