Disp fx of base of 4th MC bone, l hand, 7thK

Displaced fracture of base of fourth metacarpal bone, left hand, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture at the base of the fourth metacarpal bone in the left hand that has shifted from its normal alignment. The fracture has failed to heal properly, indicating a nonunion, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care related to this ongoing issue.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for documenting subsequent encounters for a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced fracture of the left fourth metacarpal base that has developed nonunion. This includes visits for monitoring the nonunion, discussing treatment options for the nonunion, or managing complications related to the unhealed fracture.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "nonunion" for the fourth metacarpal base.
Verify the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial treatment of the fracture.
Confirm the laterality is explicitly documented as "left hand."

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Code Hierarchy

▲S62.315Disp fx of base of fourth metacarpal bone, left hand

S62.315K(current)

Crosswalks

733.82ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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