Disp fx of nk of 1st MC bone, l hand, 7thG

Displaced fracture of neck of first metacarpal bone, left hand, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a left-sided fracture of the first metacarpal neck (thumb metacarpal) that is no longer in its anatomical position. The patient is in a later stage of treatment, and the fracture is not healing at the expected rate.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced fracture of the left first metacarpal neck presents with evidence of delayed union. This typically occurs after initial treatment (e.g., casting, surgery) and when the fracture has not fully consolidated within the anticipated timeframe.

💡Coding Tips

Requires a seventh character "G" for subsequent encounter with delayed healing.
Ensure documentation specifies "left hand" and "first metacarpal neck" with "displaced" and "delayed healing."
Do not use for initial treatment or routine follow-up without delayed healing.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S62.252Disp fx of neck of first metacarpal bone, left hand

S62.252G(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

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