Pnctr w/o fb of left great toe w damage to nail, init

This code describes a penetrating injury to the left great toe, specifically a puncture wound that does not involve a retained foreign body. The injury is further characterized by damage to the toenail, indicating involvement of the nail plate or surrounding structures. This code is used for the initial treatment of such an injury.

Use this code when a patient presents for the first time with a puncture wound to their left great toe, and clinical examination confirms no foreign body is present, but there is clear evidence of nail damage (e.g., laceration, avulsion, or subungual hematoma). This applies to acute presentations where the injury is being evaluated and treated for the first time.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "left great toe" and "puncture wound without foreign body."
• Verify that "damage to nail" is clearly documented, distinguishing it from a simple puncture.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific injury to select the "A" seventh character.