Crushing injury of unspecified lesser toe(s), init encntr

This code signifies a severe compression injury to any of the smaller toes, excluding the great toe, where the specific toe involved is not documented. It indicates damage resulting from a significant force, such as being crushed by a heavy object. This code is used for the initial treatment of such an injury.

Apply this code when a patient presents with a crushing injury to one or more lesser toes, and the medical record does not specify which particular lesser toe(s) were affected. This is appropriate for the first time the patient is seen for this specific injury. Examples include a patient dropping a heavy item on their foot, resulting in a non-specific lesser toe crush.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states "crushing injury" and specifies "lesser toe(s)" without further detail.
• Verify that this is the initial encounter for the injury; subsequent care will require a different seventh character.
• If the specific lesser toe (e.g., second, third, fourth, or fifth) is documented, a more specific code should be used.