Puncture wound w/o foreign body of left wrist, subs encntr

This code signifies a puncture wound to the left wrist that does not involve a foreign object, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care after the initial treatment. This indicates the wound is in the healing phase or being monitored for complications.

Apply this code when a patient returns for a dressing change, wound check, or re-evaluation of a previously treated left wrist puncture wound without a retained foreign body. This is appropriate for subsequent visits after the initial encounter where the wound was first addressed.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "left wrist" and "puncture wound without foreign body."
• The "D" seventh character is crucial and indicates a subsequent encounter for ongoing care.
• Do not use this code for the initial treatment of the wound; a different seventh character would be required.