Late effect of traumatic amputation

This code signifies a health problem or condition that arises as a long-term consequence of a traumatic amputation. These are residual issues that manifest after the initial healing period of the amputation injury. Examples include phantom limb pain, neuroma, stump complications, or functional limitations directly attributable to the past traumatic loss of a limb.

Assign this code when a patient presents with a current condition clearly documented as a sequela of a prior traumatic amputation. The medical record must explicitly link the current complaint to the historical amputation event. This code is used secondary to the code describing the specific late effect (e.g., phantom limb pain, neuroma).

• Always sequence the specific late effect code first, followed by this code.
• Ensure documentation clearly states "late effect of" or "due to prior traumatic amputation."
• Do not use for complications occurring during the initial healing phase of the amputation.