External constriction of right forearm, sequela

This code indicates a long-term or late effect resulting from external pressure or compression on the right forearm. This constriction could have been caused by various external factors, leading to persistent symptoms or damage after the initial injury has resolved.

Apply this code when documenting a current condition of the right forearm that is a direct consequence of a past external constriction. This includes scenarios where the patient presents with chronic pain, nerve damage, circulatory issues, or tissue changes in the right forearm, and the medical record clearly links these to a previous external compression event.

• Always ensure the medical record explicitly states the condition is a "sequela" or "late effect" of a prior external constriction.
• Code the specific current manifestation of the sequela (e.g., nerve damage, circulatory impairment) in addition to this sequela code.
• Do not use this code for acute or current external constriction; use the appropriate acute injury code instead.