Complete traumatic amputation of r low leg, level unsp, init

This code signifies a complete traumatic separation of the right lower leg from the body, where the exact level of amputation (e.g., above ankle, below knee) is not documented. This is a severe injury resulting from an external force, leading to the total loss of the limb segment.

Use this code for initial encounters when a patient presents with a complete traumatic amputation of the right lower leg, and the medical record does not specify the precise anatomical level of the amputation. This applies to emergency department visits, initial hospital admissions, or first outpatient encounters for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "complete traumatic amputation" and identifies the right lower leg.
• Only use this code when the level of amputation is truly unspecified in the medical record. If a level is documented, a more specific code should be chosen.
• Remember the "A" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for active treatment of the injury.