Nondisp fx of dist phalanx of r idx fngr, 7thP

This code signifies a healed or healing fracture of the outermost bone in the right index finger, where the bone fragments have united in an anatomically incorrect position. The patient is currently receiving care for this malunion, which may involve ongoing evaluation, physical therapy, or surgical planning to correct the deformity.

Apply this code for follow-up encounters where a patient presents with a previously diagnosed fracture of the right index finger's distal phalanx that has healed or is healing with a noticeable deformity. This is appropriate when the focus of the visit is on managing the consequences of the malunion, rather than the initial fracture treatment.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the right index finger's distal phalanx.
• Verify this is a subsequent encounter, not an initial treatment for the fracture.
• Pair with appropriate external cause codes (e.g., W00-Y38) if the cause of the original injury is relevant and documented.