Abrasion, unspecified thigh, initial encounter

This code signifies a superficial injury involving the scraping or rubbing off of the outer layer of skin on an unspecified thigh. It indicates that the injury is new or the patient is receiving initial treatment for this specific abrasion.

Apply this code when documentation specifies an abrasion to the thigh without further detail regarding laterality (left or right). This is appropriate for initial presentations to an emergency department, urgent care, or primary care physician for the immediate management of the abrasion.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "abrasion" and specifies the "thigh" as the anatomical site.
• Only use the "A" (initial encounter) seventh character for the first time a patient is seen for this specific injury.
• Avoid using this code if a more specific location on the thigh (e.g., anterior, posterior) or laterality is documented.