Nondisp fx of middle phalanx of unspecified finger, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture of the middle bone in an unknown finger that has not shifted out of alignment, and the patient is currently receiving care for the fracture because it is healing slower than expected. This indicates ongoing management for a persistent healing issue rather than initial treatment or routine follow-up.

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient is being treated for a middle phalanx fracture of an unspecified finger that is demonstrating delayed union. This would include follow-up appointments, cast changes, or physical therapy sessions specifically addressing the slow healing process. It should be used after the initial treatment phase and when the fracture is not yet fully healed.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" or similar terminology.
• Verify that the fracture is indeed of the middle phalanx and the specific finger is not documented.
• This code requires a seventh character of "G" for subsequent encounter with delayed healing.