Puncture wound without foreign body of penis, init encntr

This code signifies a penetrating injury to the penis caused by a sharp object, where no foreign material remains embedded in the tissue. The wound is characterized by a small entry point and may involve varying depths of tissue damage without the presence of an impaled object.

Apply this code for initial encounters involving a patient presenting with a puncture wound to the penis, such as from a needle stick, thorn, or other pointed object, where examination confirms no retained foreign body. This is appropriate for the first time the patient is seen for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "without foreign body" to support this code.
• Verify the encounter is the initial treatment for the injury; subsequent care would use a different encounter character.
• Consider additional codes for associated complications, such as infection or hematoma, if documented.