Complete traumatic trnsphal amputation of l mid finger, init

This code signifies the complete severance of the left middle finger through one of its phalanges due to a traumatic injury. This means the finger is entirely detached at some point along its length, rather than just a partial loss of tissue.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial treatment of a patient who has sustained a traumatic injury resulting in the complete amputation of their left middle finger. This includes scenarios such as industrial accidents, crush injuries, or severe lacerations leading to full detachment.

• Ensure documentation specifies "complete" amputation and the exact finger involved.
• Verify the encounter is the "initial" one for this specific injury. Subsequent care will require a different seventh character.
• Confirm the amputation occurred through a phalanx, not at the metacarpophalangeal joint.