Disp fx of distal phalanx of right lesser toe(s), init

This code signifies a break in the outermost bone of one of the smaller toes on the right foot, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically indicates that this is the first time the patient is receiving active treatment for this particular injury, and the skin over the fracture site remains intact.

Apply this code for a patient presenting to the emergency department or clinic with a new, acute fracture of the distal phalanx of their right second, third, fourth, or fifth toe, confirmed by imaging to be displaced. This is appropriate when the skin is not broken, and the physician is initiating treatment such as reduction, splinting, or casting.

• Confirm laterality (right foot) and the specific toe(s) involved (lesser toes).
• Ensure documentation clearly states "displaced" and "closed fracture."
• The "A" seventh character indicates initial encounter for active treatment.