Superficial foreign body of left index finger, sequela

This code indicates a long-term consequence or complication resulting from a superficial foreign body that was previously present in the left index finger. It signifies that the initial injury has resolved, but there are ongoing issues directly attributable to that past event.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current problem, such as chronic pain, scar tissue, nerve damage, or infection, that is a direct result of a superficial foreign body in the left index finger that occurred in the past. This code is appropriate when the foreign body itself is no longer present or was removed at an earlier encounter.

• Always sequence this code after the code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, scar).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous superficial foreign body in the left index finger.
• Do not use this code if the foreign body is still present; instead, use an acute foreign body code.