Disp fx of proximal phalanx of oth finger, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the bone of the proximal phalanx (the bone closest to the palm) of any finger other than the thumb, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically indicates that the skin and soft tissue overlying the fracture site have been compromised, exposing the bone to the external environment. This is an initial encounter for treatment of this specific injury.

Use this code when documenting the initial treatment of a patient presenting with an open, displaced fracture of the proximal phalanx of the index, middle, ring, or little finger. This would apply to situations such as a crush injury where the skin is broken and the finger bone is visibly out of place, or a penetrating injury causing both a fracture and an open wound.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "open fracture" for the proximal phalanx of a non-thumb finger.
• Verify this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific fracture, not a subsequent visit for follow-up care or complications.
• Distinguish from non-displaced fractures or closed fractures, which have different code assignments.