Sprain of metacarpophalangeal joint of other finger, sequela

This code indicates a long-term effect or complication resulting from a previous sprain of the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint of any finger other than the thumb. This could include chronic pain, stiffness, instability, or limited range of motion that persists after the initial injury has healed.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with residual symptoms or conditions directly attributable to an old sprain of an MCP joint of a finger (excluding the thumb). This is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the acute injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience sequelae.

• Assign this code as a secondary diagnosis when the primary reason for the encounter is related to managing the sequela (e.g., physical therapy for chronic stiffness).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previously sustained MCP joint sprain.
• Do not use for acute or subacute sprains; those require codes from the initial encounter or subsequent encounter categories.