Disp fx of prox phalanx of l idx fngr, 7thD

Displaced fracture of proximal phalanx of left index finger, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture of the first bone segment of the left index finger, which is no longer in its anatomical alignment. The patient is in a follow-up phase of treatment, and the fracture is progressing as expected towards full recovery.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for patients presenting for routine follow-up appointments after initial treatment of a displaced proximal phalanx fracture of the left index finger. This includes cast changes, wound checks, or physical therapy evaluations where the fracture is healing without complications. Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures experiencing delayed or nonunion healing.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "left index finger" and "proximal phalanx."
Verify the encounter is for routine healing; different codes apply for delayed or nonunion.
Confirm the fracture was initially displaced, as this impacts code selection.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S62.611Displaced fracture of proximal phalanx of left index finger

S62.611D(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