Inj extensor musc/fasc/tend unsp finger at wrs/hnd lv, init

This code signifies an injury to an extensor muscle, fascia, or tendon of an unspecified finger, occurring at the wrist or hand level. This injury is not further specified as a strain, laceration, or rupture, and it is the initial presentation of the condition.

Apply this code when documentation indicates an unspecified injury to an extensor structure of a finger at the wrist or hand, such as a contusion or general trauma without specific detail of the injury type. This code is appropriate for the initial encounter for treatment of such an injury.

• Ensure the documentation specifies an "extensor" injury of a "finger" at the "wrist or hand level."
• Only use this code when the specific type of injury (e.g., strain, laceration, rupture) is not documented.
• The "A" suffix indicates an initial encounter; select a subsequent encounter (D) or sequela (S) code for later visits.