Partial traumatic amputation of left great toe, sequela

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications resulting from a partial traumatic amputation of the left great toe. It indicates that the patient previously sustained an injury where a portion of the left great toe was severed due to trauma, and they are now being treated for a condition directly related to that past injury.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient experiencing chronic pain, non-union, infection, scar tissue complications, or functional limitations directly attributable to a previous partial traumatic amputation of their left great toe. This code is appropriate for encounters occurring long after the initial injury has healed, but where residual issues persist.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous partial traumatic amputation.
• Always use a seventh character of 'S' for sequela when coding for long-term effects.
• Do not use this code for the initial injury or active treatment of the acute amputation.