Other sprain of right ring finger, sequela

This code signifies a chronic or late-effect injury involving a sprain of the right ring finger, excluding specific ligamentous tears or dislocations. It indicates that the initial sprain has resolved, but the patient continues to experience residual symptoms such as pain, stiffness, or functional limitation directly attributable to the past injury.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing issues in their right ring finger, where the original sprain occurred in the past and the current symptoms are a direct consequence. This would include scenarios like persistent pain or reduced range of motion months or years after the initial sprain has healed.

• Always use an additional code to specify the nature of the sequela, such as chronic pain (e.g., G89.29) or joint stiffness (e.g., M25.641).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current symptoms to a previously sustained right ring finger sprain.
• Verify that the "S" seventh character is appropriate, indicating a sequela, rather than an initial encounter ("A") or subsequent encounter ("D").