Other superficial bite of left index finger, sequela

This code describes a superficial bite injury to the left index finger, where the acute injury has healed, but residual effects or complications persist. These sequelae could include scarring, chronic pain, nerve damage, or functional impairment directly attributable to the original bite.

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient presents with ongoing issues related to a superficial bite of the left index finger that occurred in the past. It should be used when the acute phase of the injury has resolved, and the focus of the encounter is on managing the long-term consequences.

• Always use a seventh character "S" for sequela when coding for residual effects of a past injury.
• Code any specific sequelae (e.g., scar, chronic pain) in addition to this code to provide a complete clinical picture.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous superficial bite of the left index finger.