Pnctr w/o foreign body of l rng fngr w damage to nail, init

This diagnosis describes a penetrating injury to the left ring finger, specifically a puncture wound, where no foreign object remains embedded. The injury also involves damage to the fingernail or nail bed. This code is used for the initial treatment of such an injury.

Use this code when a patient presents with a fresh puncture wound to their left ring finger, and clinical examination confirms associated nail damage without any retained foreign body. This is appropriate for the first encounter for this specific injury, such as in an emergency department or initial urgent care visit.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "left ring finger" and "puncture wound."
• Verify that the medical record confirms damage to the nail and the absence of a foreign body.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for this specific injury; subsequent care would require a different encounter character.