Other superficial bite of left index finger, subs encntr

Other superficial bite of left index finger, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a superficial bite injury affecting the left index finger, where the skin is broken but deeper tissues like muscle or bone are not involved. "Superficial" implies abrasions, contusions, or minor lacerations from the bite.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for follow-up visits related to a previously treated superficial bite of the left index finger. This includes wound checks, dressing changes, or evaluation of healing progress after the initial treatment. It is used when the patient is receiving routine care during the healing phase.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "left index finger" and "superficial" for accurate code assignment.
The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is receiving active treatment for the healing wound.
Always code the external cause of the bite (e.g., W53.01XA for dog bite) in addition to the injury code.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S60.471Other superficial bite of left index finger

S60.471D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S60Superficial injury of wrist, hand and fingers S60.0Contusion of finger without damage to nail S60.00Contusion of unspecified finger without damage to nail S60.00XAContusion of unsp finger without damage to nail, init encntr S60.00XD