Fx unsp phalanx of l mid finger, subs for fx w routn heal

Fracture of unspecified phalanx of left middle finger, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a follow-up visit for a fracture involving an unknown phalanx (proximal, middle, or distal) of the left middle finger. At this stage, the fracture is healing as expected without complications.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for subsequent encounters where a patient is receiving routine follow-up care for a left middle finger phalanx fracture that is progressing normally. This would include visits for cast checks, splint adjustments, or general monitoring of healing.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation specifies routine healing and a subsequent encounter.
Verify the affected finger is the left middle finger and the phalanx is unspecified.
Do not use for initial encounters or encounters with delayed/nonunion healing.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S62.603Fracture of unspecified phalanx of left middle finger

S62.603D(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9 V54.12ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S62Fracture at wrist and hand level S62.0Fracture of navicular [scaphoid] bone of wrist S62.00Unspecified fracture of navicular [scaphoid] bone of wrist S62.001