Inj radial artery at wrs/hnd lv of left arm, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a previously sustained injury to the radial artery in the left wrist or hand. This could include chronic pain, impaired blood flow, nerve damage, or other persistent issues directly attributable to the original trauma.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing symptoms or conditions resulting from a past injury to the left radial artery at the wrist or hand level. This is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing these lasting effects, rather than the initial acute injury.

• Always use in conjunction with an external cause code (V00-Y99) to specify the circumstances of the original injury, if known.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current sequela to a prior radial artery injury on the left side.
• Do not use for acute injuries; refer to the appropriate acute injury code for initial encounters.