Abrasion of right little finger, initial encounter

This code signifies a superficial injury to the outermost layer of skin on the right little finger, characterized by scraping or rubbing off of the epidermis. It indicates that this is the first time the patient is receiving active treatment for this specific injury.

Apply this code for initial encounters where a patient presents with a superficial skin scrape on their right little finger, such as from a minor fall or contact with a rough surface. It is appropriate for the first visit for evaluation and treatment of this abrasion.

• Ensure documentation specifies the right little finger and confirms the injury is an abrasion, not a laceration or puncture.
• Verify that this is indeed the initial encounter for this specific injury; subsequent care would require a different encounter character.
• Look for associated documentation of the cause of injury to potentially add an external cause code.