Fracture of unsp phalanx of finger, subs for fx w malunion

Fracture of unspecified phalanx of other finger, subsequent encounter for fracture with malunion

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture of an unspecified phalanx in any finger other than the thumb, where the initial fracture has healed in a misaligned or deformed position. This malunion is being addressed during a follow-up visit after the initial treatment of the fracture.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing care or evaluation of a previously sustained phalanx fracture in a finger (not the thumb) that has healed improperly. This includes situations where the malunion is causing functional impairment or pain, and the patient is past the initial healing phase.

💡Coding Tips

Requires documentation of a malunion of a phalanx fracture in a finger other than the thumb.
The "P" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for the fracture with malunion.
Ensure the medical record clearly specifies which finger (other than the thumb) is affected, if known, or if it truly is unspecified.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S62.608Fracture of unspecified phalanx of other finger

S62.608P(current)

Crosswalks

733.81ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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