Displaced fracture of middle phalanx of r mid finger, 7thK

This code indicates a fracture of the middle bone of the right middle finger that has not healed properly and the bone fragments are no longer in their correct anatomical alignment. This diagnosis is made during a follow-up visit after initial treatment, where nonunion of the fracture is identified.

Use this code for a patient presenting for ongoing management of a previously treated displaced middle phalanx fracture of the right middle finger, where imaging and clinical assessment confirm nonunion. This applies to situations such as follow-up appointments for cast changes, physical therapy, or surgical planning for the nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and specifies the "middle phalanx" of the "right middle finger."
• Verify that the fracture is explicitly described as "displaced" at the time of nonunion diagnosis.
• This "K" subsequent encounter character indicates ongoing care for the nonunion, not the initial treatment.