Open bite, right foot, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual effect of an open wound (e.g., laceration, puncture) on the right foot. The original injury has resolved, but there are lasting consequences such as scarring, nerve damage, or chronic pain directly attributable to the past trauma.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition that is a direct, long-term consequence of a previously sustained open bite wound to the right foot. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the acute injury has passed and the focus is on managing the sequelae.

• Always use in conjunction with a code describing the specific sequela (e.g., scar, chronic pain, nerve damage).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior open bite of the right foot.
• Do not use for acute or active open bite wounds; those require acute injury codes.