Complete traumatic amp of unsp hand at wrist level, sequela

This code signifies the complete traumatic detachment of an entire hand, specifically at the wrist joint, where the injury is a direct result of trauma. It is used to indicate that this amputation is a sequela, meaning it is a late effect or complication of an initial injury, not the acute event itself.

Apply this code when documenting the long-term status of a patient who previously sustained a traumatic amputation of an unspecified hand at the wrist. This would be used for follow-up care, prosthetic fitting, or management of the residual limb, after the initial acute injury has healed.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states the amputation was traumatic and complete at the wrist level.
• Verify that the encounter is for the sequela of the amputation, not the initial injury.
• Remember to also code any associated complications of the amputation, such as phantom limb pain or infection.