Laceration w/o fb of l rng fngr w damage to nail, subs

Laceration without foreign body of left ring finger with damage to nail, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a cut on the left ring finger that does not involve a foreign object, but specifically includes injury to the fingernail. It is used for follow-up care after the initial treatment of such an injury.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when a patient presents for subsequent care, such as wound checks, dressing changes, or suture removal, following an initial laceration to the left ring finger that also damaged the nail. This is appropriate for any encounter after the initial visit for the injury.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies the left ring finger and confirms nail damage.
Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment.
Distinguish from lacerations with foreign bodies or those without nail involvement.

AI-generated reference — verify against official guidelines

Code Hierarchy

▲S61.315Laceration w/o foreign body of l rng fngr w damage to nail

S61.315D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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