Complete traumatic amp at level betw r hip and knee, sequela

This code signifies a complete traumatic amputation of the right lower limb, specifically occurring at a level between the hip and the knee. It indicates that the injury is no longer acute but represents a long-term consequence or complication of the original traumatic event. This could involve issues related to the stump, prosthetic fitting, or other ongoing care needs stemming from the amputation.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient who previously sustained a complete traumatic amputation of the right thigh. This includes encounters for prosthetic management, stump care, pain management related to the amputation site, or any other medical issue directly attributable to the past amputation. It should be used after the initial healing phase of the acute injury.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following a code for the specific condition or complication being treated during the encounter.
• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right" lower limb and "between hip and knee" to support the specificity of this code.
• Do not use this code for acute traumatic amputations; those require codes from the acute injury chapters.