Pnctr w fb of l mid finger w/o damage to nail, sequela

This code describes a puncture wound to the left middle finger that includes a foreign object embedded within the tissue, but without any associated injury to the fingernail or nail bed. It specifically indicates that this is a sequela, meaning it represents a late effect or complication of an initial injury.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a persistent foreign body in the left middle finger from a previous puncture wound, where the initial acute injury has resolved, and the nail remains intact. This is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing the retained foreign body or its complications.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the left middle finger and the presence of a foreign body.
• The "S" seventh character indicates a sequela, meaning this code is used for complications or conditions arising from an initial injury that has healed.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute injury; a different code would be used for the initial encounter.