Abrasion, right knee, subsequent encounter

This code indicates a superficial injury to the right knee, specifically a scrape or graze where the skin has been rubbed or worn away. It signifies that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this abrasion after the initial treatment.

Apply this code when a patient presents for subsequent care of a right knee abrasion, such as wound checks, dressing changes, or evaluation of healing progress. This includes visits occurring after the initial encounter where the abrasion was first diagnosed and treated.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right knee" and "abrasion" to support code assignment.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is receiving routine follow-up care for the injury.
• Do not use this code for initial treatment of the abrasion or for sequelae (late effects) of the injury.