Other superficial bite of right foot, sequela

This code indicates a long-term or late effect resulting from a superficial bite wound on the right foot. It signifies that the initial injury has healed, but there are ongoing issues or complications directly attributable to that past bite.

Apply this code when documenting conditions such as scarring, chronic pain, nerve damage, or persistent functional limitations on the right foot, which are directly linked to a previous superficial bite. This code is appropriate after the acute phase of the bite has resolved and the patient is presenting for follow-up or treatment of these residual effects.

• Always sequence this code after the code describing the specific sequela (e.g., scar, chronic pain).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past superficial bite of the right foot.
• Do not use this code for acute bite injuries; use the appropriate acute bite code for the initial encounter.