Complete traumatic MCP amputation of l mid finger, sequela

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications arising from a complete traumatic amputation of the left middle finger at the metacarpophalangeal joint. It indicates that the patient is being treated for a condition directly resulting from this past injury, rather than the initial acute injury itself.

Apply this code when documenting care for a patient experiencing chronic pain, phantom limb sensation, nerve damage, or functional limitations directly attributable to a complete traumatic amputation of the left middle finger at the MCP joint that occurred in the past. This code is appropriate for follow-up care, rehabilitation, or management of persistent issues related to the amputation.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following a code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., chronic pain, neuroma).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the historical amputation of the left middle finger at the MCP joint.
• Verify the "S" seventh character is appropriate for a sequela, indicating a complication or condition arising as a direct result of a previous injury.