Unspecified injury of dorsal artery of right foot, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or late effect resulting from an unspecific injury to the dorsal artery of the right foot. It indicates that the original acute injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience residual symptoms or complications directly attributable to that past trauma.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with chronic pain, diminished circulation, or other persistent issues in the right foot that are clearly linked to a previous, unspecified injury to the dorsal artery. This is appropriate when the acute phase of the injury has passed, and the current encounter addresses the lasting consequences.

• Always use an additional code to describe the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, claudication).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past injury of the dorsal artery.
• This code is for the right foot only; use the appropriate laterality for the left or bilateral foot.