Contusion of right little finger w/o damage to nail, init

This code signifies a bruise to the right little finger, specifically indicating that the nail itself was not injured. It represents a closed soft tissue injury resulting from blunt force trauma, such as being struck or crushed.

Apply this code when documenting the initial treatment for a patient presenting with a contusion to their right little finger. This would be appropriate for injuries like jamming the finger in a door or hitting it against a hard surface, where the nail plate remains intact.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "right little finger" and "without damage to nail."
• Verify this is the patient's first encounter for this specific injury.
• Distinguish from other finger contusions (e.g., thumb, index) and injuries involving the nail or open wounds.