Partial traumatic amputation of left ear, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect resulting from a partial traumatic amputation of the left auricle. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but residual issues or conditions related to the loss of a portion of the ear are still present and being addressed.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient who previously sustained a partial traumatic amputation of the left ear and is now presenting with a sequela. This could include chronic pain, disfigurement requiring reconstructive surgery, or functional impairment directly attributable to the past injury. Documentation should clearly state the "sequela" or "late effect" of the prior amputation.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly links the current condition to the previous partial traumatic amputation of the left ear as a sequela.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute injury; instead, use an acute injury code from the S08.12- series.
• Always sequence this sequela code first, followed by any additional codes identifying the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain, disfigurement).