Pnctr w/o fb of left thumb w damage to nail, sequela

This code signifies a puncture wound to the left thumb, specifically involving damage to the nail, that is now in a sequela phase. This means the initial injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience residual effects or complications directly related to theable to the original puncture wound and nail damage.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing issues (e.g., chronic pain, nail deformity, restricted movement) stemming from a previously sustained puncture wound to the left thumb with associated nail damage. It is appropriate after the acute phase of the injury has passed and the focus is on managing long-term complications.

• Ensure documentation clearly supports the sequela status and links current symptoms to the past puncture wound and nail damage.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute injury; instead, use an acute puncture wound code.
• Consider additional codes for specific sequela manifestations (e.g., chronic pain, deformity) if further specificity is needed.