Complete traumatic amputation of nose, subsequent encounter

This code signifies a complete traumatic detachment of the entire nose, resulting from an injury, during a subsequent encounter for care. This includes situations where the nose has been entirely severed or avulsed due to trauma. The "D" seventh character indicates that the patient is receiving routine care during the healing or recovery phase of the injury.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care, such as wound checks, dressing changes, or monitoring of healing, after having sustained a complete traumatic amputation of the nose. Documentation should clearly state "complete traumatic amputation of nose" and indicate that this is not the initial treatment encounter for the injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies "complete" amputation; partial amputations are coded differently.
• Verify the encounter type is "subsequent" (D) and not initial (A) or sequela (S).
• Differentiate from avulsion injuries where the tissue remains attached but is significantly torn or displaced.