Pnctr of abd wall with fb, r flank w/o penet perit cav, init

This code signifies a puncture injury to the right flank region of the abdominal wall, where a foreign object has entered the tissue. Importantly, the injury does not extend into the peritoneal cavity, meaning the abdominal organs are not directly involved. This is the initial presentation of the injury.

This code is appropriate for patients presenting with a stab wound, impalement, or other penetrating injury to the right flank where a foreign body (e.g., splinter, glass, metal fragment) is embedded, and imaging or clinical assessment confirms no peritoneal penetration. It should be used for the initial encounter for treatment of this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right flank" and "without penetration into peritoneal cavity."
• Verify the presence of a foreign body; if no foreign body is present, a different code for puncture wound without foreign body would be appropriate.
• The "A" at the end indicates an initial encounter; subsequent care for this injury will require different seventh characters.