Open bite of right index finger w/o damage to nail, init

This code describes an open wound on the right index finger, such as a laceration or puncture, that does not involve injury to the fingernail or nail bed. The "initial encounter" designation indicates that this code is used for the first time the patient is receiving active treatment for this specific injury.

Use this code when documenting the initial presentation and treatment of a patient who has sustained an open wound to their right index finger, and a thorough examination confirms the nail structure is intact. This would apply to scenarios like a cut from a knife or a deep scratch that breaks the skin on the index finger, but the nail itself is undamaged.

• Always verify the specific finger involved and laterality (right vs. left).
• Confirm the absence of nail damage; if the nail is involved, a different code is required.
• The "A" suffix signifies the initial encounter for this injury; subsequent care would use "D" for subsequent encounter or "S" for sequela.