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

This code signifies a fracture of the first bone in the left ring finger that has not shifted out of alignment. The patient is in a later stage of healing, and the fracture is taking longer than expected to mend.

This code is appropriate for follow-up visits where a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced proximal phalanx fracture of the left ring finger is experiencing delayed union. It would be used when the physician is monitoring the healing process and addressing the slow recovery.

• Requires a seventh character of "G" for subsequent encounter with delayed healing.
• Ensure documentation clearly states "nondisplaced" and identifies the "left ring finger" and "proximal phalanx."
• Distinguish from nonunion (K) or malunion (P) which have separate seventh characters.