Puncture wound w/o foreign body oth prt neck, init encntr

This code signifies a penetrating injury to a specified area of the neck, excluding the throat, caused by a sharp object that does not remain embedded in the tissue. It indicates that the wound is a fresh injury, and the patient is receiving initial active treatment for it.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a puncture wound to a specific neck region (e.g., posterior neck, lateral neck) without mention of a retained foreign body. This is appropriate for the initial visit where the wound is assessed, cleaned, and/or sutured. Supporting documentation includes physician notes detailing the mechanism of injury, location, and absence of a foreign body.

• Differentiate from open wounds with foreign body (S11.84XA) or superficial injuries (S10.-).
• Ensure the documentation specifies "without foreign body" and a particular neck area beyond the throat.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for active treatment; subsequent care would use a different encounter character.