Partial traumatic amputation of left great toe, init encntr

This diagnosis code signifies a traumatic injury where the left great toe has been partially severed but not completely detached from the foot. This typically involves damage to bone, soft tissue, and potentially neurovascular structures, leaving a portion of the toe still connected.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a traumatic event resulting in an incomplete amputation of the left great toe. This is appropriate for the initial visit for treatment of such an injury, whether in an emergency department, urgent care, or initial physician office encounter.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "partial" or "incomplete" amputation of the great toe.
• Verify the laterality is explicitly stated as "left."
• Confirm this is the patient's first encounter for this specific injury to use the "A" seventh character.