Disp fx of middle phalanx of left lesser toe(s), 7thP

This code signifies a previously treated fracture of the middle phalanx in one of the left lesser toes (toes 2-5) that has healed improperly, resulting in a malunion. The patient is presenting for follow-up care or treatment related to this complication.

Apply this code when a patient with a documented history of a left lesser toe middle phalanx fracture presents with symptoms or imaging confirming a malunion. This is appropriate for subsequent encounters after the initial treatment of the fracture, such as for evaluation of pain, deformity, or functional limitations due to the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the left lesser toe(s) and middle phalanx.
• Verify this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment of the fracture or a nonunion.
• Always code laterality (left) and the specific phalanx (middle) as documented.