Disp fx of 1st metatarsal bone, l ft, 7thD

This code signifies a fracture of the first metatarsal bone in the left foot that has shifted from its normal alignment. The patient is in a follow-up phase of treatment, and the fracture is progressing as expected with routine healing. This indicates the initial treatment was successful and the bone is mending without complications.

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced left first metatarsal fracture is being monitored for routine healing. This includes follow-up appointments where imaging confirms satisfactory callus formation and clinical assessment shows expected recovery. It would be used after the initial treatment has been rendered and the patient is progressing through the healing process without setbacks.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "left foot" for the first metatarsal fracture.
• Confirm the encounter is for routine follow-up and not for active treatment of complications or delayed/nonunion.
• Verify the "D" seventh character is appropriate for a subsequent encounter with routine healing.