Complete traumatic trnsphal amputation of r rng fngr, init

This code signifies the complete severance of the right ring finger through the phalanx due to a traumatic event. This means the finger is entirely detached at some point along its length, rather than at the joint. The "initial encounter" indicates this is the first time the patient is receiving active treatment for this specific injury.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a freshly amputated right ring finger resulting from an injury such as a crush injury, laceration, or avulsion. This code is appropriate for the initial surgical repair, wound care, or assessment of the injury. It should be used for the acute phase of treatment.

• Ensure documentation specifies "complete" and "transphalangeal" to differentiate from partial or disarticulation injuries.
• Verify the laterality (right) and specific digit (ring finger) are clearly documented.
• The "A" suffix indicates an initial encounter; subsequent care for the same injury will require different seventh characters.