Other superficial bite of hand of unspecified hand, sequela

This code signifies a superficial bite wound on the hand, where the specific hand (left or right) is not documented. It indicates that the bite occurred in the past and is now causing a residual effect or complication, rather than being an acute injury.

Apply this code when a patient presents with a long-term consequence of a superficial hand bite, and the medical record does not specify which hand was affected. Examples include chronic pain, scar tissue, or limited range of motion resulting from a previously sustained bite.

• Always sequence this code after the code for the specific sequela (e.g., scar, chronic pain).
• Ensure documentation clearly states the bite is superficial and the encounter is for a sequela.
• If the affected hand is known, use a more specific code from the S60.57- series.