Insect bite (nonvenomous) of unspecified wrist, sequela

This code signifies a past or residual effect from a nonvenomous insect bite on an unspecified wrist. It indicates that the acute injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience symptoms or complications directly attributable to the original bite.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with chronic pain, scarring, discoloration, or other long-term issues on the wrist that are a direct result of a previous nonvenomous insect bite. This applies after the initial healing phase of the bite has passed.

• Ensure documentation clearly links current symptoms to a past insect bite on the wrist.
• Confirm the bite was nonvenomous; otherwise, a different code category would be appropriate.
• Verify the "S" (sequela) character is appropriate, indicating a residual effect, not an acute injury.