Strain msl/tnd lng flxr msl toe at ank/ft lev, r foot, sqla

This code signifies a chronic or residual condition resulting from a previous injury to the long flexor muscle or its tendon in the right foot. It indicates that the initial strain has resolved, but the patient continues to experience lasting effects such as pain, weakness, or functional limitation. This is not an acute injury but rather a long-term consequence.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing symptoms directly attributable to a past strain of the right foot's long flexor muscle or tendon. This is appropriate for follow-up visits where the sequelae of the original injury are being managed, rather than the initial acute event. It should be used when the acute phase of the injury has passed and the patient is experiencing residual effects.

• Always ensure documentation clearly specifies the right foot and the "sequela" nature of the condition.
• Do not use this code for acute or initial injury encounters; those require an acute strain code.
• Verify that the medical record supports a previous strain and the current symptoms are directly related to that past event.