Immersion foot, right foot, subsequent encounter

This code signifies a non-freezing cold injury to the right foot, resulting from prolonged exposure to wet and cold conditions. It involves tissue damage due to vasoconstriction and anoxia, without actual ice crystal formation. This specific code indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for a previously diagnosed immersion foot condition.

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing treatment, monitoring, or rehabilitation of immersion foot affecting their right foot. This includes visits for wound care, pain management, physical therapy, or assessment of healing progress after the initial diagnosis and treatment. It is appropriate for any encounter following the initial acute phase of the injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right foot" and indicates a subsequent encounter for the condition.
• Do not use for initial diagnosis or active treatment of the acute phase; refer to the appropriate initial encounter code.
• Consider co-reporting with codes for any associated complications, such as infection or neuropathy, if present and documented.