Laceration of blood vessel of right thumb, initial encounter

This code signifies a tear or cut in a blood vessel located within the right thumb. This injury can range from superficial to deep, potentially affecting arteries, veins, or capillaries, and is often accompanied by bleeding and pain.

Apply this code when documenting an acute injury involving a laceration to a blood vessel in the patient's right thumb. This is appropriate for initial evaluations and treatments following trauma, such as a cut from a sharp object or a crushing injury that severs a vessel.

• Ensure documentation specifies the right thumb and confirms a blood vessel laceration, not just a superficial skin laceration.
• The "A" suffix indicates an initial encounter for this injury; use subsequent encounter codes for follow-up care.
• Always code any associated open wound or other injuries to the thumb separately.