Strain intrns musc/fasc/tend r mid fngr at wrs/hnd lv, sqla

This code signifies a chronic or late-effect injury involving a strain of the small muscles, connective tissue, or tendons within the right middle finger, specifically at the wrist and hand level. This indicates a persistent issue resulting from a previous acute injury to these structures.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing pain, weakness, or functional limitation in the right middle finger due to a past strain of its intrinsic muscles, fascia, or tendons. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing the long-term consequences of such an injury, after the initial healing phase.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the injury is a "sequela" or "late effect" of a previous strain.
• Confirm the affected digit is the right middle finger and the injury location is at the wrist/hand level.
• Do not use for acute strains; an acute strain code would be used for the initial injury.