Disp fx of shaft of 5th MC bone, l hand, 7thK

This code signifies a fracture in the long, central part of the fifth metacarpal bone in the left hand, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically indicates that the patient is returning for care related to this fracture, and the bone has failed to heal properly, resulting in a nonunion.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced fracture of the shaft of their left fifth metacarpal, and the physician's assessment confirms that the fracture has not united. This would be appropriate for subsequent visits involving ongoing treatment, evaluation of nonunion, or planning for further intervention (e.g., surgery for nonunion).

• Ensure documentation clearly states "displaced" and specifies the "shaft" of the fifth metacarpal.
• Verify the encounter is for a "subsequent" visit and the complication is "nonunion" of the fracture.
• Laterality (left hand) is crucial for accurate code assignment.