Laceration w fb of r idx fngr w/o damage to nail, init

This code describes a cut or tear on the right index finger that also involves a foreign object embedded in the wound. Importantly, the nail of the right index finger is not damaged, and this code is used for the initial treatment of the injury.

Apply this code when a patient presents with a fresh laceration on their right index finger and a foreign body (e.g., splinter, glass shard) is present within the wound. This code is appropriate for the first encounter where the injury is diagnosed and treated, such as in an emergency department or urgent care setting.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies the right index finger and the presence of a foreign body.
• Verify that the medical record explicitly states no damage to the nail.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for this specific injury; subsequent care would require a different seventh character.