Inj extensor musc/fasc/tend finger at wrs/hnd lv, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or residual effect from a previous injury to the extensor muscle, fascia, or tendon of any finger other than the thumb, specifically at the wrist or hand level. It indicates that the initial acute injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience a related condition.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a chronic condition directly resulting from a past extensor injury to a finger (excluding the thumb) in the hand or wrist region. Examples include persistent pain, stiffness, weakness, or functional limitation after the acute healing phase of the original trauma.

• Always use in conjunction with a code describing the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar contracture).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previously sustained extensor injury.
• Verify the injury location is specifically to a finger (not thumb) at the wrist or hand level.