Displaced fracture of middle phalanx of other finger, 7thP

This code signifies a fracture of the middle bone of a finger, excluding the thumb, that has healed in an anatomically incorrect position (malunion). The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving follow-up care for this previously treated fracture that has now developed a malunion.

Apply this code when a patient presents for evaluation or treatment of a middle phalanx fracture of any finger (other than the thumb) that has healed with an unacceptable alignment. This would include scenarios where the malunion is causing functional impairment or pain, and the patient is undergoing assessment for corrective surgery or other management.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the middle phalanx of a finger other than the thumb.
• Verify this is a subsequent encounter for the fracture, not the initial treatment.
• Consider additional codes for any associated complications or procedures performed.