Oth disp fx of base of 1st MC bone, l hand, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture at the base of the first metacarpal bone (thumb) in the left hand, where the bone fragments are not properly aligned. The patient is in a later stage of care, and the fracture is not healing at the expected rate. This indicates ongoing management for a complicated healing process.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed left thumb base fracture (other displaced type) is experiencing delayed union. This includes situations where the provider is monitoring healing progress, adjusting treatment plans due to slow healing, or considering interventions for non-union.

• Verify laterality (left hand) and the specific fracture location (base of first metacarpal).
• Ensure documentation clearly states "displaced" and "delayed healing" for this subsequent encounter.
• Do not use for initial fracture treatment or for fractures healing normally.