Abrasion of left little finger, initial encounter

This code signifies a superficial injury to the skin of the left little finger, characterized by scraping or rubbing off of the epidermis. It indicates that the injury does not extend through the full thickness of the skin and is the first time the patient is being seen for this specific abrasion.

Apply this code when documenting an initial presentation for a patient who has sustained a superficial skin injury to their left little finger, such as from a minor scrape or friction. This is appropriate for injuries that do not involve deeper tissues like muscle, tendon, or bone.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies the left little finger and confirms the injury is an abrasion, not a laceration or avulsion.
• The "A" seventh character denotes an initial encounter, meaning the patient is receiving active treatment for the injury.
• Do not use this code for subsequent encounters or for sequelae of the abrasion.