Open bite of left thumb without damage to nail, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual effect from an open bite injury to the left thumb, where the nail was not damaged at the time of the original injury. It indicates that the patient is presenting for care related to a long-term complication or consequence of that past trauma, rather than the acute injury itself.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient experiencing chronic pain, scarring, altered sensation, or other persistent issues directly attributable to a previously sustained open bite of the left thumb. This is appropriate for encounters occurring after the initial wound has closed and healed.

• Always sequence this code after the code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., chronic pain, scar contracture).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past open bite injury of the left thumb.
• Do not use for acute injuries; refer to the appropriate initial encounter or subsequent encounter codes for active wounds.