Fracture of unsp phalanx of right middle finger, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect stemming from a previous fracture of an unspecified phalanx in the right middle finger. This could include chronic pain, stiffness, deformity, nonunion, or malunion that persists after the initial healing phase of the fracture. It indicates that the patient is experiencing ongoing issues directly attributable to the past bone injury.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with residual problems or conditions that are a direct consequence of a healed or previously treated fracture of the right middle finger phalanx. This is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing chronic pain, limited range of motion, or other persistent sequelae years after the initial injury. It should be assigned when the acute phase of the fracture has passed and the current encounter is for the long-term effects.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code for the specific condition or manifestation being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current symptoms or condition to the previous right middle finger phalanx fracture.
• Do not use this code for acute fractures or for complications occurring during the active treatment phase of the fracture.