Disp fx of prox phalanx of r lit fngr, 7thP

This code signifies a fracture of the first bone (proximal phalanx) of the right little finger that has healed incorrectly, resulting in a malunion. The fracture was initially displaced, meaning the bone fragments were out of alignment. This code is used when the patient is receiving ongoing care for this previously treated fracture that has now healed with an undesirable alignment.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient presents with complications from a malunited fracture of the right little finger's proximal phalanx. This includes scenarios where the malunion is causing functional impairment, pain, or cosmetic concerns, and the patient is being evaluated for further management, such as corrective surgery or rehabilitation.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the right little finger's proximal phalanx.
• Verify that the encounter is for a subsequent visit related to the fracture's healing, not the initial treatment.
• Always review the patient's history to confirm the initial fracture was displaced.