Nondisp fx of shaft of 5th MC bone, r hand, 7thP

This code describes a previously treated fracture of the shaft of the fifth metacarpal bone in the right hand that has healed, but with an unsatisfactory alignment of the bone fragments. The fracture itself was initially nondisplaced. The current encounter is for ongoing management of this malunion.

This code is appropriate for follow-up visits where a patient is being evaluated or treated for a right fifth metacarpal shaft fracture that has healed in a misaligned position. This could include assessment for pain, functional limitations, or consideration of corrective procedures related to the malunion. It is used after the initial healing phase, when the malunion has been identified.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right hand" and "fifth metacarpal shaft" for accurate laterality and bone identification.
• Confirm the fracture is described as "nondisplaced" initially and that the current encounter addresses a "malunion."
• Do not use for initial treatment or routine follow-up of a well-healed fracture without malunion.