Disp fx of nk of 2nd MC bone, l hand, 7thD

This code signifies a break in the neck of the second metacarpal bone in the left hand, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. This specific code is used when the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture and the healing process is progressing as expected.

Apply this code for patients presenting for routine follow-up appointments, cast changes, or physical therapy sessions for a previously diagnosed and treated displaced fracture of the left second metacarpal neck. This code is appropriate when the fracture is healing without complications and no further acute intervention is planned.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left hand" and "second metacarpal" to support this code.
• Verify the "D" seventh character is appropriate for subsequent encounters with routine healing; do not use for initial treatment or delayed/nonunion healing.
• Confirm the fracture is indeed "displaced" as documented by imaging or physician notes.