Laceration w fb of right thumb w/o damage to nail, init

Laceration with foreign body of right thumb without damage to nail, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a cut or tear on the right thumb that includes a foreign object embedded within the wound, such as glass, wood, or metal. Importantly, the nail of the right thumb is not injured in this specific scenario. This represents the initial treatment for this injury.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when a patient presents with a fresh laceration on their right thumb and a foreign body is identified and documented within the wound. This is appropriate for the first visit or encounter for this specific injury, prior to any subsequent care or follow-up.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies the right thumb and the presence of a foreign body.
Verify that there is no mention of damage to the thumbnail.
Confirm this is the initial treatment encounter for the injury.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S61.021Laceration w foreign body of right thumb w/o damage to nail

S61.021A(current)

Crosswalks

883.1ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S61Open wound of wrist, hand and fingers S61.0Open wound of thumb without damage to nail S61.00Unspecified open wound of thumb without damage to nail S61.001Unspecified open wound of right thumb without damage to nail S61.001A