Complete traumatic trnsphal amputation of right thumb, init

This code signifies the complete severance of the right thumb through the phalanx due to a traumatic event. This means the entire distal portion of the thumb, including bone and soft tissue, has been detached from the hand. It indicates the initial phase of treatment for this severe injury.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a complete traumatic amputation of their right thumb, where the separation occurs at any level within the phalangeal bones. This is appropriate for the initial hospital visit or encounter where the injury is first diagnosed and treated. Do not use for partial amputations or avulsion injuries.

• Ensure documentation specifies "complete" and "transphalangeal" for the right thumb.
• Verify this is the patient's first encounter for this specific injury.
• Later encounters for follow-up care or complications will require different seventh characters.