Pnctr w foreign body of l mid finger w damage to nail, init

This code signifies a penetrating injury to the left middle finger, specifically involving a foreign object embedded within the wound. The injury also includes damage to the fingernail or nail bed, and it represents the initial treatment for this specific incident.

Apply this code when documenting the first encounter for a patient presenting with a foreign body lodged in their left middle finger, accompanied by observable nail damage. This is appropriate for initial evaluations, removal procedures, and immediate follow-up care related to the initial injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies the left middle finger and the presence of a foreign body.
• Verify that nail damage (e.g., laceration, avulsion, crush) is explicitly noted in the medical record.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for this specific injury; subsequent encounters would use a different seventh character.