Lac w/o fb of left lesser toe(s) w/o damage to nail, init

This code signifies a cut or tear on one or more of the left lesser toes that does not involve a foreign object embedded in the wound. The laceration is superficial enough that it has not caused damage to the toenail itself.

This code is appropriate for documenting an initial presentation of a clean, uninfected laceration on the left second, third, fourth, or fifth toe. It applies when the wound is assessed and treated for the first time, and there is no evidence of a foreign body or nail bed injury.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "left" lesser toe(s) and explicitly states "without foreign body" and "without damage to nail."
• Verify this is the patient's first encounter for this specific injury; subsequent encounters will require a different seventh character.
• Distinguish from avulsion or crush injuries, which would necessitate different codes.