Abrasion, unspecified foot, sequela

This code indicates a superficial scraping or rubbing away of skin on an unspecified foot, representing a long-term effect or complication of a previous injury. The original abrasion has healed, but there are residual symptoms or conditions directly attributable to that past event.

Use this code when documenting a current condition on the foot that is a direct consequence of a previously sustained abrasion, and the specific foot (left or right) is not documented. This applies when the patient presents for treatment of a chronic issue, such as scarring, altered sensation, or persistent pain, that arose from an old abrasion.

• Always ensure documentation clearly links the current foot condition to a prior abrasion.
• Verify that the "S" seventh character for sequela is appropriate, indicating a late effect.
• Do not use this code for an acute abrasion; instead, use the appropriate acute abrasion code with the correct encounter seventh character.