Frostbite with tissue necrosis of left ear, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect resulting from frostbite that caused tissue death in the patient's left ear. It indicates that the initial frostbite injury has resolved, but the patient is now experiencing residual issues directly attributable to the necrotic damage.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition or symptom that is a direct consequence of previously sustained frostbite with tissue necrosis to the left ear. This includes scenarios such as chronic pain, scarring, deformity, or functional impairment directly related to the past necrotic injury.

• Always sequence this code after the code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., chronic pain, scar contracture).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past frostbite injury of the left ear with tissue necrosis.
• Do not use this code for the initial or acute treatment of frostbite; it is exclusively for sequelae.