Inj radial artery at wrist and hand level of left arm, init

This code signifies an injury to the radial artery in the left wrist or hand that is not a laceration or puncture wound. This could include a contusion, crush injury, or other non-specific trauma affecting the arterial blood supply to the hand. The "initial encounter" designation indicates the patient is receiving active treatment for this specific injury.

Use this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-lacerating, non-puncture injury to the left radial artery at the wrist or hand level. Examples include a patient who sustained a blunt force trauma to the left wrist resulting in arterial compromise, or a crush injury to the hand affecting the radial artery.

• Confirm the injury is to the radial artery and not another vessel.
• Ensure the injury is at the wrist or hand level, not more proximal on the arm.
• Verify the encounter is for the initial treatment of this specific injury.