Inj ulnar artery at wrist and hand level of right arm, init

This code signifies a documented injury to the ulnar artery in the right wrist or hand that is not a laceration, puncture, or contusion. This could include a crush injury, avulsion, or other specific trauma affecting the arterial blood supply to the right hand. Such injuries can compromise circulation and require immediate medical attention.

Apply this code when the medical record clearly indicates a non-laceration, non-puncture, and non-contusion injury to the right ulnar artery at the wrist or hand level. This is appropriate for the initial encounter for treatment of the acute injury. Examples include arterial damage from a severe crush injury or a specific type of blunt trauma not otherwise classified.

• Ensure the documentation specifies the right arm and the ulnar artery.
• Verify the injury type is "other specified" and not a laceration, puncture, or contusion.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific injury.