Unsp opn wnd abd wall, l upr q w/o penet perit cav, sequela

This code signifies a past, resolved open wound located on the left upper abdominal wall that did not extend into the peritoneal cavity. The "sequela" designation indicates that the patient is now experiencing a residual effect or complication directly attributable to that original injury.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition (e.g., chronic pain, scar tissue complications, nerve damage) that is a direct result of a previously healed open wound of the left upper abdominal wall. The original injury must have been superficial, not penetrating the abdominal cavity.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past open wound.
• Always code the specific sequela condition first, followed by this sequela code.
• Verify the original injury did not involve penetration into the peritoneal cavity.