Disp fx of nk of 4th MC bone, l hand, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture of the neck of the fourth metacarpal bone in the left hand, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically indicates that the patient is in a later stage of care for this fracture, and the healing process is taking longer than expected.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced left fourth metacarpal neck fracture is experiencing delayed union or nonunion. It would be used when the physician is assessing the progress of healing and noting that it is not proceeding at the anticipated rate.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for this subsequent encounter.
• Verify the fracture is of the neck of the fourth metacarpal and on the left hand.
• Confirm the encounter is for follow-up care, not initial treatment.