Sprain of interphalangeal joint of r mid finger, sequela

This code indicates a past injury to the interphalangeal joint of the right middle finger, specifically a sprain, where the patient is now presenting with a residual condition or complication directly resulting from that initial sprain. This could include chronic pain, stiffness, instability, or deformity that persists after the acute phase of the injury has passed.

Apply this code when documenting a patient encounter for a long-term effect or complication stemming from a previously sustained sprain of the right middle finger's interphalangeal joint. This is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing ongoing issues related to the initial injury, rather than the acute injury itself. It signifies that the original sprain is no longer acute but continues to impact the patient.

• Always use an additional code to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain, stiffness).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior interphalangeal joint sprain of the right middle finger.
• Do not use this code for acute sprains; instead, select an acute sprain code from the S63.632 category.