Complete traumatic amputation of left midfoot, sequela

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications arising from a complete traumatic amputation of the left midfoot. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but the patient is now experiencing ongoing issues directly attributable to the loss of this part of the foot. These sequelae could include chronic pain, phantom limb sensation, gait disturbances, or complications related to prosthetic use.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient who previously sustained a complete traumatic amputation of their left midfoot and is now presenting with conditions or symptoms that are a direct consequence of that past injury. This applies to situations where the acute phase of the amputation has passed, and the current encounter focuses on managing the residual effects.

• Always ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past traumatic amputation of the left midfoot.
• This "S" seventh character indicates a sequela, meaning the patient is seen for a complication or condition resulting from the initial injury, not the initial injury itself.
• Do not use this code for the initial treatment of the amputation; instead, use an acute injury code for the initial encounter.