Pnctr w fb of l little finger w damage to nail, init

This code describes a penetrating injury to the left little finger, specifically involving the nail, where a foreign object has become embedded. It indicates that this is the first time the patient is receiving treatment for this particular injury.

Use this code when documenting an initial presentation for a patient who has sustained a puncture wound to their left little finger, with visible damage to the nail and a foreign body present within the wound. This would apply to scenarios such as a splinter under the nail, a needle stick, or a piece of glass embedded in the fingertip affecting the nail.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies the left little finger and involvement of the nail.
• Verify the presence of a foreign body; if no foreign body is present, a different code would be appropriate.
• The "A" at the end signifies an initial encounter; subsequent care would require a different seventh character.