Nondisp fx of proximal phalanx of left index finger, init

This code describes a break in the bone of the first segment of the left index finger, closest to the hand. The bone fragments remain in their normal alignment, and the skin over the fracture is intact.

Apply this code when documenting the initial treatment for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced fracture of the proximal phalanx of the left index finger. This includes emergency department visits, initial orthopedic consultations, or primary care evaluations where the fracture is first identified and managed.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left index finger" and "proximal phalanx."
• Confirm the fracture is explicitly stated as "nondisplaced" and "closed."
• The "A" seventh character indicates this is the initial encounter for this specific injury.