Unsp fracture of fifth metacarpal bone, right hand, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect stemming from an unspecific fracture of the fifth metacarpal bone in the right hand. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but the patient is now experiencing residual issues directly attributable to that past fracture. These sequelae could include chronic pain, stiffness, deformity, or functional limitations.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition that is a direct consequence of a previously sustained, unspecified fracture of the right fifth metacarpal. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the acute fracture has resolved, but ongoing problems persist. Do not use this code for the initial treatment of the acute fracture.

• Always assign an additional code to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain, malunion, nonunion, stiffness).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior right fifth metacarpal fracture.
• This "S" seventh character indicates sequela and should only be used for conditions that are residual effects of a healed injury.