Other superficial bite of right great toe, initial encounter

This code signifies a minor, non-penetrating injury to the right great toe caused by a bite from an animal or human. The injury affects only the superficial layers of the skin, such as the epidermis and dermis, without involving deeper tissues, tendons, or bone. It represents the initial presentation of this specific injury.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's first visit for a superficial bite wound on their right great toe. This includes instances where the bite has broken the skin but has not caused significant tissue loss or deep penetration. It is appropriate for initial evaluations and treatment of such minor bite injuries.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies the right great toe as the affected site.
• Verify that the bite is described as superficial and not involving deeper structures.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific injury; subsequent encounters will require a different seventh character.