Insect bite (nonvenomous) of right middle finger, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or late-effect condition resulting from a nonvenomous insect bite on the right middle finger. This could encompass persistent scarring, chronic pain, nerve damage, or other lasting complications that manifest after the initial acute injury has resolved.

Utilize this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition directly attributable to a past nonvenomous insect bite on their right middle finger. Examples include a patient seeking treatment for a keloid scar from an old bite, or ongoing paresthesia in the finger due to nerve irritation from the initial injury.

• Always assign this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., scar, chronic dermatitis).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous insect bite on the specified finger.
• Do not use for acute insect bites; those require codes from the initial encounter category.