Unsp fx first MC bone, unsp hand, subs for fx w routn heal

This code signifies a fracture of the first metacarpal (thumb) bone where the specific type of fracture is not documented, and the affected hand is also unspecified. It indicates that the patient is in the healing phase following the initial injury, and the healing process is progressing as expected.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters when a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed, unspecified first metacarpal fracture. It should be used when the healing is routine and without complications, and the initial encounter code (e.g., S62.209A) has already been reported.

• Ensure the "D" seventh character is appropriate for subsequent encounters with routine healing.
• Verify that the fracture type and laterality were not specified in the medical record.
• Do not use for initial encounters or encounters with delayed/nonunion healing.