Contusion of unsp ring finger w/o damage to nail, sequela

This code describes a bruise to the ring finger where the nail itself is not injured. It specifically indicates that this is a late effect or complication of an initial injury, meaning the patient is presenting for care related to a residual problem from a prior contusion.

Use this code when documenting a patient encounter for a persistent issue (e.g., chronic pain, stiffness, or discoloration) stemming from a past contusion of the ring finger, and there was no associated nail damage at the time of the original injury or subsequently. This code is appropriate when the acute phase of the injury has passed, and the patient is being treated for a long-term consequence.

• Requires a seventh character "S" to denote sequela, indicating a late effect.
• Ensure documentation clearly states the ring finger was involved and the nail was intact.
• Do not use for acute contusions; those require an initial or subsequent encounter seventh character.