Disp fx of body of hamate bone, l wrs, 7thG

Displaced fracture of body of hamate [unciform] bone, left wrist, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture in the main part of the hamate bone, located in the left wrist, where the broken pieces are no longer in their proper alignment. This particular encounter indicates that the fracture is not healing as expected and requires ongoing medical attention.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for follow-up visits where a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced hamate body fracture of the left wrist is experiencing delayed healing. It would be used when the physician is monitoring the healing process, adjusting treatment plans, or performing procedures related to the delayed union.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "delayed healing" for the hamate body fracture.
Verify the laterality is "left wrist" as specified by the code.
This "G" encounter code is used after the initial treatment of the fracture.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S62.142Displaced fracture of body of hamate bone, left wrist

S62.142G(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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