Disp fx of proximal phalanx of unsp lesser toe(s), init

This code signifies a break in the bone closest to the foot in one or more of the smaller toes (not the big toe), where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It indicates the initial treatment for this type of fracture, and the skin over the fracture site remains intact.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial encounter for a patient presenting with a displaced closed fracture of the proximal phalanx of any lesser toe(s) (e.g., second, third, fourth, or fifth toe) where the specific toe is not documented. This would include scenarios such as an accidental impact or crush injury to the foot resulting in such a fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "closed" for accurate code assignment.
• Only use this code for the initial encounter for treatment of the fracture. Subsequent care will require different encounter codes.
• If the specific lesser toe (e.g., second, third, fourth, fifth) is known, a more specific code should be used instead of "unspecified."