Oth fracture of second metacarpal bone, right hand, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual condition resulting from a fracture of the second metacarpal bone in the right hand. It indicates that the acute phase of the injury has passed, and the patient is now experiencing long-term effects or complications directly attributable to the prior fracture.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing pain, stiffness, deformity, nonunion, malunion, or other chronic issues related to a previously sustained fracture of the right second metacarpal. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters after the initial fracture has healed, but its lasting impact is still being addressed.

• Always assign this code as a secondary diagnosis when an active treatment for the sequela is being provided.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior right second metacarpal fracture.
• Do not use this code for the initial or acute treatment of the fracture; use the appropriate acute fracture code instead.