Nondisp fx of prox phalanx of r rng fngr, 7thG

This code describes a fracture of the proximal phalanx of the right ring finger that is not displaced. The patient is in a subsequent phase of care, and the fracture is experiencing delayed healing, meaning it is taking longer than expected to unite.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced right ring finger proximal phalanx fracture is showing signs of delayed union. This applies when the physician documents the fracture is healing but at a slower rate than anticipated.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "delayed healing" for this specific phalanx.
• Verify the fracture is nondisplaced and located in the proximal phalanx of the right ring finger.
• Do not use for initial encounters or if the healing is progressing normally.