Abrasion or friction burn of finger(s), without mention of infection

This code signifies a superficial injury to the finger(s) caused by rubbing or scraping against a rough surface, or by friction. It describes an epidermal and/or dermal layer injury that does not involve an open wound or deeper tissue damage, and specifically notes the absence of infection at the time of encounter.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a "skinned" finger, a "rug burn," or a superficial scrape on one or more fingers. Documentation should clearly state an abrasion or friction burn of the finger(s) and confirm no signs or symptoms of infection are present.

• Differentiate from open wounds (e.g., lacerations) which would be coded elsewhere.
• Ensure documentation explicitly states "without infection" or shows no signs of infection.
• If infection is present, a different code from the 915 series (e.g., 915.1) would be more appropriate.