Lacerat extn musc/fasc/tend l rng fngr at wrs/hnd lv, sqla

This code signifies a past injury involving a laceration to the extensor muscle, fascia, and tendon of the left ring finger, specifically at the wrist or hand level. The "sequela" designation indicates that this code is used for a late effect or complication directly resulting from the initial laceration, rather than the acute injury itself.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing issues, such as chronic pain, stiffness, limited range of motion, or functional impairment, that are directly attributable to a previously sustained laceration of the extensor structures of the left ring finger. This code is appropriate for follow-up visits after the initial healing phase of the acute injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous laceration.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute injury; a different code would be used for the active laceration.
• Always consider additional codes for specific sequelae (e.g., scar contracture, chronic pain) if documented.