Pnctr w/o fb of l idx fngr w/o damage to nail, init

This code signifies a penetrating injury to the left index finger, specifically a puncture wound, where no foreign object remains embedded. The injury does not involve damage to the fingernail or nail bed. It represents the initial presentation and treatment of this specific type of wound.

This code is appropriate for documenting the first encounter for a patient presenting with a clean puncture wound to their left index finger. Examples include stepping on a tack or being pricked by a needle, provided no foreign body is retained and the nail is intact. It should be used when the patient is receiving initial active treatment for the injury.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "left index finger" and "puncture wound without foreign body."
• Verify that there is no mention of nail damage (e.g., avulsion, laceration of nail bed).
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for this specific injury; subsequent encounters would use a different seventh character.