Strain intrns musc/fasc/tend r lit fngr at wrs/hnd lv, sqla

This code signifies a past injury to the intrinsic muscles, fascia, or tendons of the right little finger, specifically at the wrist and hand level, that is now causing a residual condition or complication. This could include chronic pain, stiffness, weakness, or limited range of motion resulting from the original strain. The "sequela" indicates that the acute injury has resolved, but its long-term effects persist.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing symptoms directly attributable to a previously sustained strain of the intrinsic muscles, fascia, or tendons of the right little finger. This applies to follow-up visits where the focus is on managing the chronic consequences of the original injury, rather than the acute treatment of the initial strain.

• Always use an additional code to identify the specific sequela, such as chronic pain (e.g., G89.29) or joint stiffness (e.g., M25.641).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current symptoms to the prior strain and specifies the right little finger at the wrist/hand level.
• Do not use this code for acute or initial encounters for a strain; those would use the appropriate acute injury codes.