Nondisp fx of dist phalanx of l lit fngr, 7thK

This code signifies a healing fracture of the outermost bone in the left little finger that was initially nondisplaced but is now experiencing delayed union. It indicates the patient is in a subsequent phase of care for this specific injury, where the bone is not mending at the expected rate.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed nondisplaced distal phalanx fracture of the left little finger, and the physician documents that the fracture is not healing properly (nonunion). This would be used after the initial treatment phase and during ongoing management of the delayed healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left little finger" and "distal phalanx."
• Verify the fracture was initially "nondisplaced" and the current encounter is for "nonunion."
• This code is for subsequent encounters; do not use for initial treatment.