Disp fx of base of 3rd MC bone, r hand, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture at the base of the third metacarpal bone in the right hand that has shifted out of its normal alignment. The "G" suffix indicates that the patient is in a subsequent phase of care for this fracture, and the healing process is taking longer than expected. This suggests ongoing medical management and monitoring for the delayed union of the bone fragments.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced right third metacarpal base fracture is presenting with evidence of delayed healing. This includes situations where imaging shows incomplete callus formation or persistent fracture lines beyond the typical healing timeframe. It would be used for services like cast changes, physical therapy evaluations, or physician assessments focused on the delayed healing aspect.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right hand" and "third metacarpal base" to support this specific code.
• Verify that the encounter is for subsequent care and that "delayed healing" is explicitly documented by the provider.
• Distinguish from nonunion (K) or malunion (P) which have separate subsequent encounter codes.