Nondisp fx of distal phalanx of right middle finger, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect resulting from a previous nondisplaced fracture of the outermost bone of the right middle finger. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but the patient is still experiencing residual problems directly attributable to that fracture.

Apply this code when a patient presents with ongoing symptoms, such as pain, stiffness, deformity, or functional limitation, that are a direct consequence of a previously sustained and healed nondisplaced fracture of the distal phalanx of the right middle finger. This is used for follow-up encounters where the acute fracture has resolved, but its lasting effects are being addressed.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code for the specific late effect or complication being treated (e.g., chronic pain, malunion).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior distal phalanx fracture.
• This code is for the sequela (S) encounter, not the initial treatment of the acute fracture or subsequent routine follow-up without ongoing issues.