Lac w/o fb of abd wall, r low q w/o penet perit cav, init

This code signifies a cut or tear in the skin and underlying tissues of the right lower abdomen that does not involve a foreign object. Importantly, the injury does not extend deep enough to breach the lining of the abdominal cavity. This is an initial presentation of such an injury.

Use this code for patients presenting with a superficial laceration to the right lower quadrant of the abdomen, confirmed by physical examination or imaging not to involve the peritoneum. This is appropriate for the first encounter for treatment of this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "without foreign body" and "without penetration into peritoneal cavity."
• Verify the laterality (right) and quadrant (lower) are clearly documented.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for this specific injury; subsequent encounters would use a different seventh character.