Strain flexor musc/fasc/tend r rng fngr at wrs/hnd lv, sqla

This code indicates a chronic or late-effect injury to the flexor muscles, their surrounding fascia, and tendons specifically in the right ring finger, occurring at the wrist or hand level. This represents a residual problem or complication arising from an initial strain injury that has since healed or is no longer in its acute phase.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with persistent pain, weakness, stiffness, or other long-term issues in the right ring finger's flexor mechanism, attributable to a past strain. This is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing the lasting consequences of such an injury, rather than the initial acute event.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the injury is a "sequela" or "late effect" of a previous strain.
• Verify the affected finger is the right ring finger and the injury location is at the wrist or hand level.
• Do not use for acute or subacute strains; those require different seventh characters.