Partial traumatic transphalangeal amputation of finger, init

This code signifies a partial traumatic amputation that extends across the phalanx of any finger other than the thumb. It indicates that the injury did not completely sever the digit, but a portion of the phalanx was lost due to trauma. This is an initial encounter for treatment of the injury.

Apply this code when documentation specifies a partial traumatic transphalangeal amputation of a finger (excluding the thumb). This would include injuries where the distal, middle, or proximal phalanx of a finger has been partially amputated due to an accident, such as a crush injury or a cutting incident.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "partial" amputation and identifies the affected digit as a finger other than the thumb.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for active treatment of the injury. Subsequent care would require a different seventh character.
• Do not use for complete amputations or for partial amputations of the thumb.