Complete traumatic amp of right hand at wrist level, sequela

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications arising from a complete traumatic amputation of the right hand at the wrist. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but the patient is now experiencing ongoing issues directly related to the absence of the hand. These sequelae could include phantom limb pain, stump complications, or functional limitations.

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient is being treated for conditions that are a direct consequence of a past complete traumatic right hand amputation at the wrist. It should be used after the initial healing phase of the amputation is complete, and the focus of care is on managing the chronic effects. Examples include follow-up for prosthetic fitting, management of chronic pain, or treatment of stump infections years after the original injury.

• Always use this 'S' (sequela) character for conditions treated long after the initial injury has healed.
• Do not use this code for the initial injury or during the acute healing phase; refer to the acute injury codes for that period.
• Code any specific sequelae (e.g., phantom limb pain, infection) in addition to this code to provide a comprehensive clinical picture.