Disp fx of middle phalanx of left index finger, 7thK

This code signifies a displaced fracture of the middle phalanx of the left index finger that has not healed properly and is being treated in a follow-up encounter. Nonunion indicates that the bone ends have failed to unite after a prolonged period, suggesting a complication in the healing process. The fracture is still displaced, meaning the bone fragments are not in their normal anatomical alignment.

Apply this code for a patient presenting for ongoing management of a left index finger middle phalanx fracture where previous treatment has not resulted in bone union and the fracture fragments remain displaced. This would be used in subsequent encounters after the initial treatment, when the nonunion is identified and addressed. It is appropriate for scenarios involving surgical intervention for nonunion or continued conservative management.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "nonunion" for the middle phalanx of the left index finger.
• Verify this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment for the fracture.
• Confirm the laterality (left) and specific digit (index finger) are accurately documented.