Nondisp fx of shaft of third MC bone, right hand, sequela

This code indicates a healed or residual condition resulting from a fracture of the shaft of the third metacarpal bone in the right hand, which was initially nondisplaced. It signifies that the acute phase of the injury has passed, and the patient is now presenting with a long-term effect or complication directly attributable to the original fracture.

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient is being treated for a complication or late effect directly related to a previously sustained, nondisplaced fracture of the right third metacarpal shaft. Examples include chronic pain, malunion, nonunion, or functional limitations occurring after the initial healing period. It should not be used for the initial treatment of the acute fracture.

• Always sequence this "S" sequela code after the code(s) identifying the specific complication or residual condition.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous nondisplaced right third metacarpal shaft fracture.
• Do not use this code for active treatment of the acute fracture; refer to the appropriate acute fracture codes for initial and subsequent encounters.