Disp fx of distal phalanx of oth finger, init for clos fx

This code signifies a break in the outermost bone of a finger, excluding the thumb, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically applies to the initial treatment phase of a closed fracture, meaning the skin over the fracture site remains intact.

Use this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-thumb distal phalanx fracture that is visibly displaced on imaging. This is appropriate for the initial evaluation and management of such an injury before definitive treatment has been completed.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "displaced" and specifies a "distal phalanx" of a finger other than the thumb.
• Confirm the encounter is for the initial treatment of a closed fracture.
• Do not use for open fractures, subsequent encounters, or non-displaced fractures.