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

This code signifies a fracture of the bone closest to the knuckle in the left ring finger that was initially nondisplaced but has healed in an imperfect alignment. The patient is currently receiving care for this malunion, indicating ongoing treatment or evaluation related to the improperly healed fracture.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting for follow-up care, rehabilitation, or evaluation of a previously treated nondisplaced proximal phalanx fracture of the left ring finger that has resulted in malunion. This includes scenarios where surgical correction of the malunion is being considered or performed, or conservative management of the malunion is ongoing.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the left ring finger's proximal phalanx.
• Verify the encounter is "subsequent" for the fracture, not the initial treatment.
• Confirm the original fracture was nondisplaced; displaced fractures would use a different code.