Abrasion, left foot, sequela

This code signifies the long-term or late effects resulting from a past abrasion injury to the left foot. These sequelae are conditions that arise as a direct consequence of the original abrasion, even after the initial injury has healed. Examples include scarring, chronic pain, or altered sensation directly attributable to the prior abrasion.

This code is appropriate when a patient presents with a current condition that is a residual effect of a previously sustained abrasion to the left foot. It should be used when the initial abrasion itself is no longer active or acute, but its lasting impact is being treated or evaluated. This code would be appended to the code describing the specific sequela (e.g., L90.5 for scar conditions).

• Always code the specific sequela first, then append this code to indicate the cause.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past left foot abrasion.
• Do not use for acute abrasions; use the appropriate acute injury code instead.