Pnctr w/o fb of right great toe w/o damage to nail, init

This code signifies a penetrating injury to the right great toe caused by a sharp object, such as a needle or thorn, that does not leave behind any foreign material. The wound does not involve damage to the toenail itself. This is for the initial treatment of the injury.

Apply this code when documenting the first encounter for a patient presenting with a puncture wound to their right great toe, where examination confirms no retained foreign body and the nail plate is intact. Examples include stepping on a nail that is immediately removed or a needle stick injury to the toe.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "right great toe" and "without foreign body."
• Verify that the encounter is indeed the "initial encounter" for this specific injury.
• Confirm that there is no mention of nail damage, such as a subungual hematoma or avulsion.