Disp fx of base of 2nd MC bone, r hand, 7thK

Displaced fracture of base of second metacarpal bone, right hand, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture at the base of the second metacarpal bone in the right hand, which has shifted out of its normal alignment. Critically, this 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

Use this code for a patient presenting for subsequent treatment of a previously diagnosed displaced fracture of the right second metacarpal base that has been confirmed as a nonunion. This applies to encounters for ongoing management, evaluation of nonunion, or planning for further intervention.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" for the fracture.
Verify the fracture is specifically of the base of the second metacarpal and on the right hand.
This "K" encounter code is used after the initial healing phase has passed and the nonunion is identified.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S62.310Disp fx of base of second metacarpal bone, right hand

S62.310K(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