Oth injury of blood vessel of right index finger, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect resulting from a previously sustained, specific injury to a blood vessel in the right index finger. These sequelae can include chronic pain, impaired circulation, nerve damage secondary to the vascular injury, or persistent functional limitations. The initial acute injury is no longer present, but its lasting effects are being addressed.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition that is a direct consequence of an old, resolved injury to a blood vessel in their right index finger. This applies to follow-up encounters for chronic issues stemming from the original trauma, such as ongoing ischemic changes or persistent paresthesia attributed to the past vascular damage.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previous blood vessel injury of the right index finger.
• The "S" seventh character indicates a sequela; do not use this code for acute injuries.
• Code any associated functional impairments or specific symptoms separately, if applicable, in addition to this sequela code.