Fracture of unsp phalanx of oth finger, init for clos fx

This code signifies a broken bone in an unspecified phalanx of any finger other than the thumb. It indicates that the fracture is closed, meaning the skin remains intact over the injury, and this is the initial treatment encounter for the condition.

This code is appropriate for documenting the first visit for a patient presenting with a closed fracture of a finger phalanx where the specific phalanx (proximal, middle, or distal) or the specific finger (index, middle, ring, or little) is not clearly documented. It is used when the injury is acute and treatment is being initiated.

• Ensure documentation specifies a closed fracture and an initial encounter.
• Avoid using this code if the specific phalanx (e.g., proximal, middle, distal) or the specific finger (e.g., index, middle) is clearly identified in the medical record; more specific codes exist.
• If the fracture is open or a subsequent encounter, a different seventh character will be required.