Disp fx of distal phalanx of r idx fngr, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the outermost bone of the right index finger, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. The fracture has also broken through the skin, creating an open wound. This code is used for the initial treatment of such an injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting the first encounter for a patient presenting with a displaced, open fracture of the distal phalanx of their right index finger. This would include initial assessment, imaging, and any immediate surgical or non-surgical interventions. It should be used when the patient is first seen for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "open" for accurate code assignment.
• Verify the laterality (right index finger) and the specific phalanx (distal) are explicitly stated in the medical record.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for this specific injury; subsequent care would require a different encounter character.