Abrasion of right wrist, sequela

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications arising from a previous abrasion injury to the right wrist. These sequelae might include chronic pain, scarring, altered sensation, or limited range of motion that persists after the initial wound has healed.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with residual conditions directly attributable to an abrasion of the right wrist that occurred in the past. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing the lasting impact of the original injury, rather than the acute injury itself.

• Always use a secondary code to identify the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., scar, chronic pain).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous right wrist abrasion.
• Do not use this code for the initial or acute treatment of an abrasion; use an acute injury code instead.