Contusion of right ring finger w/o damage to nail, init

This code signifies a bruise or blunt force injury to the right ring finger that does not involve the nail plate or nail bed. It indicates soft tissue damage, such as to the skin or subcutaneous tissue, resulting in pain, swelling, and discoloration.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a non-open injury to the right ring finger, confirmed to be a contusion, where the nail itself is visibly intact and undamaged. This is appropriate for initial evaluations following an acute injury, such as from being struck by an object or jamming the finger.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "right ring finger" and "contusion" with no mention of nail damage.
• Verify the encounter is the "initial encounter" for this specific injury.
• Distinguish from sprains, fractures, or open wounds, which have different code assignments.