Nondisp fx of middle phalanx of right index finger, 7thD

This code signifies a follow-up encounter for a fracture of the middle bone in the right index finger. The bone fragments remain in their normal anatomical alignment, and the fracture is progressing as expected towards healing.

This code is appropriate for subsequent visits where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed, nondisplaced middle phalanx fracture of the right index finger. It indicates that the fracture is healing routinely without complications.

• Requires a seventh character extender 'D' for subsequent encounter, routine healing.
• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "middle phalanx" of the "right index finger."
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures with delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.