Partial traumatic trnsphal amputation of finger, sequela

This code signifies a past injury involving the partial traumatic amputation of a finger, excluding the thumb, where the amputation occurred through the phalanx bone. "Partial" indicates that some portion of the phalanx remains, and "traumatic" confirms the injury was due to an external force. "Sequela" denotes that this code is used for complications or conditions arising directly from the initial amputation, long after the acute phase of the injury has passed.

Use this code when documenting long-term effects or complications stemming from a partial traumatic transphalangeal amputation of a finger other than the thumb. This includes conditions such as chronic pain, nerve damage, scar tissue issues, or functional limitations directly attributable to the old injury. It is appropriate for follow-up visits or when treating residual problems related to the original amputation.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following a code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., chronic pain, nonunion).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous partial traumatic finger amputation.
• Verify the affected finger is not the thumb, and the amputation was indeed partial and transphalangeal.