Dislocation of MCP joint of right middle finger, subs

This code signifies a dislocated joint between the metacarpal bone and the first phalanx of the right middle finger. It specifically indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this injury after the initial treatment.

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient is returning for cast changes, physical therapy, wound care, or re-evaluation of a previously treated right middle finger metacarpophalangeal joint dislocation. It should be used after the initial treatment of the dislocation has occurred.

• Ensure documentation specifies the right middle finger and that the encounter is not the initial treatment.
• Verify the "D" seventh character is appropriate for subsequent care, such as routine follow-up or healing phase.
• Do not use for initial treatment of the dislocation; a code with an "A" seventh character would be used for that.