Unsp fracture of second metacarpal bone, right hand, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect resulting from an unspecified fracture of the second metacarpal bone in the right hand. This could include persistent pain, limited range of motion, nonunion, malunion, or other functional impairments directly attributable to the original injury after the acute phase of healing has passed.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing issues or residual effects from a previously sustained, unspecified fracture of the right second metacarpal. This is appropriate for follow-up visits where the primary focus is managing the chronic consequences of the old injury, rather than the acute fracture itself.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., M25.541 for pain in right hand).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior unspecified right second metacarpal fracture.
• Avoid using this code for acute or subacute fractures; it is specifically for late effects.