Unsp superficial injury of right little finger, subs encntr

This code signifies a superficial injury to the right little finger that lacks specific detail regarding the type of injury (e.g., abrasion, blister, contusion). It indicates that the patient is in the healing phase of the injury, receiving follow-up care, or experiencing a complication after the initial treatment.

Use this code for follow-up visits where a patient presents with an unspecified superficial injury to their right little finger, such as a minor cut, scrape, or bruise, and the initial treatment has already occurred. This applies when the focus of the encounter is on continued healing, wound care, or assessment of recovery.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies the right little finger and that the injury is superficial and unspecified.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is receiving routine care during the healing or recovery phase.
• Avoid using this code for initial encounters; instead, use the "A" seventh character for active treatment.