Disp fx of shaft of 1st MC bone, r hand, 7thD

This code signifies a broken bone in the shaft of the first metacarpal (thumb bone) in the right hand, where the bone fragments are not properly aligned. The encounter is for follow-up care during the normal healing process of the fracture.

Apply this code for patients presenting for routine follow-up appointments after initial treatment of a displaced right first metacarpal shaft fracture. This includes scenarios like cast changes, wound checks, or physical therapy evaluations during the expected healing period. It is appropriate when the fracture is progressing as anticipated without complications.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "shaft" of the first metacarpal.
• Verify the encounter is for routine healing and not for initial treatment or a complication.
• Confirm laterality is "right hand" as specified by the code.