Pnctr w fb of r bk wl of thorax w penet thor cavity, sequela

This code signifies a past injury to the right back wall of the chest, specifically a puncture wound that introduced a foreign object and breached the thoracic cavity. The "sequela" designation indicates that this code is used for complications or conditions arising directly from that initial injury, even if the original wound has healed.

Apply this code when documenting a current condition or complication that is a direct result of a previously sustained puncture wound to the right posterior thorax with foreign body and thoracic cavity penetration. This could include chronic pain, infection, adhesions, or other long-term effects stemming from the original injury. Do not use this code for the initial acute injury.

• Always ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the specified past injury.
• This code requires an additional code to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., pain, infection, scar formation).
• Verify the laterality (right) and anatomical specificity (back wall of thorax, thoracic cavity penetration) are precisely documented.