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

This code signifies a fracture of the shaft of the third metacarpal bone in the right hand, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal anatomical alignment. It specifically indicates that the patient is in a subsequent phase of care for this injury, and the healing process is progressing slower than expected.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced fracture of the right third metacarpal shaft, and the physician notes that the fracture is experiencing delayed union or non-union. This would be used during encounters where the focus is on monitoring healing, adjusting treatment due to slow healing, or preparing for interventions related to delayed healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "right hand" and "third metacarpal shaft" with "displaced" morphology.
• Verify the encounter is for subsequent care and explicitly mentions "delayed healing" or a similar term indicating slow progress.
• Do not use this code for initial treatment or routine follow-up of a healing fracture without documented delayed healing.