Oth disp fx of base of 1st MC bone, unsp hand, 7thK

Other displaced fracture of base of first metacarpal bone, unspecified hand, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion

📋Clinical Description

This code indicates a fracture at the base of the first metacarpal bone (thumb) that is not aligned correctly, occurring in an unspecified hand. The fracture has failed to heal properly, resulting in a nonunion, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care related to this ongoing issue.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters when a patient is being treated for a previously diagnosed displaced fracture of the first metacarpal base that has developed a nonunion. This includes visits for monitoring, evaluation of treatment effectiveness, or preparation for further intervention for the nonunion.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies a displaced fracture of the first metacarpal base and evidence of nonunion.
Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care of the fracture, not the initial treatment.
If the hand is specified (left or right), a more specific code should be used.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S62.233Other disp fx of base of first metacarpal bone, unsp hand

S62.233K(current)

Crosswalks

733.82ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S62Fracture at wrist and hand level S62.0Fracture of navicular [scaphoid] bone of wrist S62.00Unspecified fracture of navicular [scaphoid] bone of wrist S62.001Unspecified fracture of navicular bone of right wrist S62.001A