Traumatic amputation of thumb (complete)(partial), without mention of complication

This code signifies the complete or partial traumatic severance of the thumb from the hand due to an injury. It specifically applies when there are no immediate complications such as infection or delayed healing mentioned in the documentation.

Use this code for patients presenting with an acute, accidental loss of part or all of their thumb. Documentation should clearly state "traumatic amputation" of the thumb and explicitly or implicitly indicate the absence of complications at the time of initial encounter.

• Ensure documentation specifies "traumatic" amputation; non-traumatic or congenital amputations use different codes.
• Verify that no complications (e.g., infection, delayed healing) are documented; if present, a more specific code from the 885.1 series would be appropriate.
• This code is typically used for the initial encounter for the injury. Subsequent care for sequelae or complications would require different codes.