Nondisp fx of prox phalanx of r idx fngr, 7thP

This code signifies a healing fracture of the first bone in the right index finger, which is not aligned correctly. Despite the initial non-displacement, the bone has healed in an abnormal position, leading to a malunion. This indicates that the patient is still receiving care for the complications arising from this improperly healed fracture.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care, physical therapy, or surgical intervention specifically addressing a malunion of a previously non-displaced fracture of the proximal phalanx of the right index finger. This is appropriate for encounters occurring after the initial treatment phase, where the malunion is the primary focus of the visit.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the right index finger's proximal phalanx.
• Verify that the encounter is for subsequent care related to the fracture's healing complication, not the initial injury.
• Always sequence this code with any associated external cause codes or codes for complications of surgical or medical care, if applicable.