Disp fx of proximal phalanx of left thumb, init for clos fx

This code signifies a break in the bone closest to the hand in the left thumb, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It indicates that the patient is presenting for the initial treatment of this specific injury.

Use this code for a patient who has sustained a new, closed fracture of the proximal phalanx of the left thumb, and the fracture fragments are visibly displaced on imaging. This applies when the patient is first seen by a healthcare provider for this particular injury, such as in an emergency department or initial orthopedic consultation.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "proximal phalanx" of the "left thumb."
• Confirm the encounter is the "initial encounter" for this specific fracture.
• Verify the fracture is "closed" (skin intact) to differentiate from open fractures.