Nondisp fx of neck of fourth MC bone, right hand, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual condition resulting from a prior, non-displaced fracture of the neck of the fourth metacarpal bone in the patient's right hand. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient is still experiencing a long-term effect or complication directly attributable to that fracture.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a sequela (e.g., chronic pain, stiffness, deformity, nonunion, malunion, or functional limitation) directly related to a previously sustained, non-displaced fracture of the right fourth metacarpal neck. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters after the initial healing period, where the focus is on managing the long-term effects of the injury.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the historical fracture of the right fourth metacarpal neck.
• The "S" seventh character indicates sequela and should only be used for complications or conditions arising after the acute phase of the injury has passed.