Unsp inj radial art at wrs/hnd lv of right arm, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect resulting from an unspecified injury to the radial artery in the right wrist or hand. This could include conditions like chronic pain, nerve damage, or impaired circulation that developed as a direct consequence of the original arterial trauma.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a residual condition or sequela directly attributable to a past, unspecified injury of the right radial artery at the wrist or hand level. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters after the initial injury has healed, but its effects persist.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previous radial artery injury.
• This code is for sequela; do not use for acute or initial injury encounters.
• Always sequence this code after the code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, nerve palsy).