Corros unsp degree of unsp single finger except thumb, init

Corrosion of unspecified degree of unspecified single finger (nail) except thumb, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a chemical burn of an unspecified severity affecting any single finger (excluding the thumb) or its nail. The injury is due to corrosive substances rather than heat.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when a patient presents with a chemical burn to a single finger (not the thumb) or its nail, and the degree of the burn is not documented. This code is specifically for the initial treatment of such an injury.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation specifies a chemical burn, not a thermal burn.
Confirm that only one finger (excluding the thumb) is affected.
Verify that the encounter is for the initial treatment of the injury.

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Code Hierarchy

▲T23.429Corros unsp degree of unsp single finger (nail) except thumb

T23.429A(current)

Crosswalks

944.01ApproxICD-9 944.01ApproxICD-9

Same Category

T23Burn and corrosion of wrist and hand T23.0Burn of unspecified degree of wrist and hand T23.00Burn of unspecified degree of hand, unspecified site T23.001