Nondisp fx of base of 4th MC bone, r hand, 7thK

Nondisplaced fracture of base of fourth metacarpal bone, right hand, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture at the base of the fourth metacarpal bone in the right hand that has not shifted from its original position. The "subsequent encounter" indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, and the "nonunion" specifies that the bone fragments have failed to heal together after a reasonable period.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for documenting ongoing treatment for a right fourth metacarpal base fracture where the bone has not united. It would be used during clinic visits, physical therapy sessions, or imaging studies performed to assess the nonunion and plan further intervention. This code is also applicable when surgical intervention is performed to address the nonunion.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" to support the 7th character 'K'.
Verify the laterality (right hand) and the specific metacarpal bone (fourth) are accurately documented.
Distinguish from malunion (S62.344P) or routine healing (S62.344D, S62.344G, S62.344R).

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Code Hierarchy

▲S62.344Nondisp fx of base of fourth metacarpal bone, right hand

S62.344K(current)

Crosswalks

733.82ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S62Fracture at wrist and hand level S62.0Fracture of navicular [scaphoid] bone of wrist S62.00Unspecified fracture of navicular [scaphoid] bone of wrist S62.001Unspecified fracture of navicular bone of right wrist S62.001A