Partial traumatic transphalangeal amputation of finger, subs

This code describes a partial traumatic amputation of a finger, excluding the thumb, where the injury involves a portion of the phalanx but not the entire digit. This indicates that some part of the bone and soft tissue of the affected phalanx remains.

Apply this code for follow-up care of a patient who previously sustained a partial traumatic transphalangeal amputation of a finger other than the thumb. This includes visits for wound care, physical therapy, or monitoring healing after the initial injury and treatment.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "partial" and "transphalangeal" for a finger other than the thumb.
• Confirm the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial injury.
• Verify the laterality (left, right, or unspecified) is documented if known.