Disp fx of distal phalanx of left great toe, init

This code signifies a break in the outermost bone of the left great toe, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. The skin overlying the fracture remains intact, indicating a closed injury. This diagnosis is assigned when the patient is receiving initial treatment for this specific fracture.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed, displaced fracture of the distal phalanx of the left great toe. This includes situations where the patient is seen in an emergency department, urgent care, or by an orthopedic specialist for the initial evaluation and management of this injury.

• Confirm documentation specifies "displaced" and "distal phalanx" of the "left great toe."
• Ensure the encounter is for the "initial" treatment of a "closed" fracture.
• Distinguish from non-displaced fractures (S92.421-) and open fractures (S92.423-).