Nondisp fx of shaft of 3rd MC bone, r hand, 7thD

This code signifies a fracture of the shaft of the third metacarpal bone in the right hand that has not shifted from its normal anatomical position. The patient is in a subsequent phase of treatment, and the fracture is healing as expected without complications.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed, nondisplaced right third metacarpal shaft fracture. It should be used when the physician documents routine healing progress and the fracture is not yet fully united. This code would be selected for visits involving cast changes, physical therapy assessments, or imaging to monitor healing.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "shaft" of the third metacarpal.
• Verify the encounter is for "subsequent care" and "routine healing" to differentiate from initial treatment or delayed/nonunion.
• Always confirm laterality (right hand) is clearly documented.