Inj blood vessel of right little finger, init encntr

This diagnosis code indicates damage to a blood vessel in the right little finger that is not a laceration or puncture. This could include injuries such as a contusion, crush injury, or avulsion of the vessel, leading to symptoms like swelling, discoloration, or impaired circulation. The injury affects the arterial or venous supply to the digit.

Apply this code when documentation specifies an injury to a blood vessel of the right little finger that doesn't fit the descriptions of a laceration or puncture. This is appropriate for the initial treatment of such an injury, where the patient is receiving active care. Examples include a patient presenting with a severely bruised right little finger with evidence of vascular compromise following a blunt trauma.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies the right little finger and a blood vessel injury other than a laceration or puncture.
• Verify that this is the initial encounter for the injury; subsequent encounters will require a different seventh character.
• Always review the medical record for specific details regarding the type of blood vessel involved (artery vs. vein) if available, though this code is general.