Other sprain of left ring finger, sequela

This code signifies a healed or chronic sprain of the ring finger on the left hand, where the initial injury has resolved but residual symptoms or complications persist. It indicates that the current presentation is a long-term effect of a previous sprain, rather than an acute injury.

Use this code for patients presenting with ongoing pain, stiffness, or functional limitations in the left ring finger that are directly attributable to a past sprain. This is appropriate when the initial acute injury has passed the typical healing phase and the current encounter addresses the lasting consequences.

• Ensure documentation clearly links current symptoms to a prior sprain and specifies the left ring finger.
• Do not use for acute sprains; those require codes without the "S" (sequela) seventh character.
• Verify laterality (left) and the specific digit (ring finger) are explicitly documented.