Disp fx of distal phalanx of left little finger, init

Displaced fracture of distal phalanx of left little finger, initial encounter for closed fracture

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a break in the outermost bone of the left little finger, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It indicates that this is the first time the fracture is being treated and the skin over the fracture site remains intact.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial treatment of a closed, displaced fracture affecting the distal phalanx of the left fifth digit. It would be used when a patient presents with this specific injury and is receiving their first medical care for it.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "closed" for the distal phalanx of the left little finger.
Verify that this is indeed the initial encounter for treatment of this specific fracture.
Confirm the correct laterality (left) and digit (little finger) are documented.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S62.637Displaced fracture of distal phalanx of left little finger

S62.637A(current)

Crosswalks

816.02ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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