Partial traumatic MCP amputation of left index finger, init

This code signifies a traumatic injury involving the partial loss of the left index finger at the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint. This means a portion of the finger, including the joint itself, has been severed due to an external force, but the entire finger is not missing.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with an incomplete traumatic amputation of their left index finger at the MCP joint. This is appropriate for the initial visit where the injury is first evaluated and treated.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "partial" amputation and the exact digit and joint involved.
• Confirm the encounter is the "initial" one for this specific injury. Subsequent care would use different encounter characters.
• Distinguish from complete amputations or amputations at other phalangeal joints.