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

This code signifies a fracture of the furthest bone in the right middle finger that is still in its correct anatomical position, but is healing incorrectly. The "subsequent encounter" indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this previously diagnosed injury, and the "malunion" specifies that the bone fragments have united in a deformed or misaligned position.

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing management of a right middle finger distal phalanx fracture that has been previously diagnosed and is now showing signs of malunion. This would include follow-up appointments for assessment, imaging, or planning for corrective procedures related to the improper healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right middle finger" and "distal phalanx" to differentiate from other finger fractures.
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care of a known fracture, not an initial diagnosis.
• Confirm that the physician's notes explicitly state or imply malunion as the current healing status.