Nondisp fx of base of third MC bone, left hand, sequela

This code signifies a past injury involving a break at the base of the third metacarpal bone in the left hand, which healed without any displacement of the bone fragments. The "sequela" indicates that this historical fracture is now causing a current problem or condition, such as chronic pain, stiffness, or functional limitation.

Apply this code when a patient presents with a current complaint directly attributable to a previously sustained, nondisplaced fracture of the base of the left third metacarpal. This is appropriate for follow-up visits where the long-term effects of the old injury are being addressed, rather than the acute fracture itself.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the current condition or symptom (e.g., chronic pain, osteoarthritis) that is a sequela of the fracture.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current complaint to the historical fracture of the left third metacarpal base.
• Verify the fracture was indeed nondisplaced and located at the base of the third metacarpal on the left hand.