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

This code signifies a cut or tear on one or more of the smaller toes, excluding the great toe, where no foreign object is embedded in the wound. Importantly, the injury also involves damage to the toenail, such as a tear, avulsion, or crushing. This code is specifically for the initial treatment of such an injury.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's first presentation for a laceration to any of the lesser toes (second through fifth) that does not contain a foreign body, and where the toenail on the affected toe(s) has also sustained damage. This would include scenarios like a patient accidentally kicking a hard object, resulting in a cut on a lesser toe and a broken or torn toenail.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "without foreign body" and "damage to nail."
• Verify the laceration is on a lesser toe (2nd-5th) and not the great toe.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for treatment of this specific injury.