Inj intrinsic musc/fasc/tend r idx fngr at wrs/hnd lv, init

This code signifies an injury to any of the small muscles, their surrounding connective tissue, or their tendons located within the right index finger, specifically at the wrist or hand level. This injury is not further specified as a strain, laceration, or rupture, but rather falls into a "catch-all" category for other types of damage. It indicates the initial treatment or encounter for this particular injury.

Use this code when documentation describes an injury to an intrinsic muscle, fascia, or tendon of the right index finger at the wrist or hand level, and the specific type of injury (e.g., strain, laceration, rupture) is not documented or does not fit other more specific codes. This applies to the initial visit for evaluation and treatment of such an injury.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies the right index finger and the injury location at the wrist or hand level.
• Only use this code when more specific codes for strain, laceration, or rupture of the intrinsic muscles/tendons of the right index finger are not applicable.
• Remember the "A" suffix denotes an initial encounter for active treatment of the injury.