Nondisp fx of dist phalanx of l rng fngr, 7thP

This code signifies a fracture of the furthest bone in the left ring finger that was initially in good alignment but has since healed incorrectly, resulting in a malunion. The patient is presenting for follow-up care related to this previously treated fracture and its current malunited state.

Apply this code when a patient returns for an appointment concerning a left ring finger distal phalanx fracture that has healed with a noticeable deformity or angulation. This would be used after the initial treatment and during subsequent visits where the malunion is being monitored or managed.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left ring finger" and "distal phalanx" to support this specific site.
• Confirm the encounter is for a "subsequent" visit and that "malunion" is explicitly documented as a complication of the fracture healing.
• Do not use for initial treatment or for nonunion; a malunion implies some healing has occurred, but incorrectly.