Complete traumatic MCP amputation of r mid finger, init

This diagnosis code signifies the complete traumatic detachment of the right middle finger at the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint. This means the entire finger, from the knuckle, has been severed due to an injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial presentation of a patient who has sustained a complete traumatic amputation of their right middle finger at the MCP joint. It should be used when the patient is first seen for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies "complete" amputation and the exact digit (middle finger) and side (right).
• Verify the amputation occurred at the metacarpophalangeal joint, not more proximally or distally.
• The "A" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for active treatment of the injury.