Other superficial bite of left lesser toe(s), sequela

This code indicates a healed or residual effect from a superficial bite wound on the left lesser toe(s). The original bite was not deep enough to involve muscle, tendon, or bone, and the patient is now presenting with a long-term consequence of that injury.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a scar, chronic pain, nerve damage, or other lasting sequelae directly attributable to a superficial bite on their left lesser toe(s) that occurred in the past. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters after the initial bite has healed.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following a code for the specific sequela (e.g., scar, chronic pain).
• Ensure the medical record clearly documents the left lesser toe(s) as the affected site and specifies the superficial nature of the original bite.
• Confirm that the encounter is for the sequela of the bite, not the acute injury itself.