Other superficial bite of right great toe, sequela

This code signifies a superficial bite wound on the right great toe, where the acute injury has healed, but residual effects or complications persist. These sequelae could include scarring, chronic pain, nerve damage, or other long-term issues directly attributable to the original bite.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing problems or conditions on their right great toe that are a direct result of a superficial bite injury that occurred in the past. This is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing the long-term consequences, rather than the initial acute injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previous superficial bite on the right great toe.
• This "S" seventh character indicates sequela, meaning the acute phase of the injury has passed.
• Do not use for active, acute bite wounds; those require an initial encounter or subsequent encounter seventh character.