Laceration without foreign body, right foot, init encntr

This code signifies a cut or tear in the skin of the right foot that does not involve any foreign material embedded in the wound. It indicates that the patient is presenting for the initial treatment of this specific injury.

Apply this code when documenting the first encounter for a patient presenting with a clean laceration to their right foot, such as from a slip and fall or accidental contact with a sharp object. This would be used for the initial assessment, cleaning, and closure of the wound.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "right foot" and "laceration without foreign body."
• Verify this is the patient's first presentation for this specific injury to use the "A" (initial encounter) seventh character.
• Distinguish from open wounds with foreign bodies or punctures, which have different codes.