Unsp inj intrinsic msl/tnd at ank/ft level, r foot, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or late effect of an unspecified injury to the intrinsic muscles and tendons within the right ankle and foot. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience residual symptoms or complications related to that past trauma.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with persistent pain, weakness, or functional limitations in the right foot or ankle, directly attributable to a previously sustained, but now healed, intrinsic muscle or tendon injury. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing the chronic sequelae of such an injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current symptoms to a past, resolved injury.
• This code is for the right foot only; use laterality-specific codes for the left or bilateral involvement.
• Always use a seventh character of 'S' for sequela when reporting this code.