Pnctr w/o fb of right lesser toe(s) w damage to nail, sqla

This code describes a past injury to one of the right lesser toes (any toe other than the big toe) caused by a sharp object penetrating the skin, but without any retained foreign material. The injury specifically involved damage to the toenail, and the patient is now presenting with a long-term complication or residual effect of that original wound.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting for follow-up care or treatment of a persistent issue directly resulting from a puncture wound to a right lesser toe that occurred in the past. Examples include chronic nail deformity, ongoing pain, or infection related to the original nail damage from the puncture. This code is appropriate when the initial acute injury has healed, but its lasting effects are being addressed.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "sequela" to justify the 7th character 'S'.
• Verify the injury occurred on a right lesser toe and involved nail damage.
• Do not use for acute injuries; this code is exclusively for late effects.