Path fracture, unsp finger(s), subs for fx w routn heal

This code signifies a fracture of an unspecified finger that occurred due to a weakened bone, rather than significant trauma. This particular encounter is for follow-up care during the routine healing phase of the fracture. The underlying pathology causing the bone weakness is not specified.

Use this code for a patient presenting for a follow-up visit for a pathological fracture of an unspecified finger, where the fracture is healing as expected. Documentation should clearly indicate a pathological fracture and that the encounter is for subsequent care with routine healing. This code is appropriate when the specific finger involved is not documented.

• Ensure documentation specifies "pathological fracture" and "subsequent encounter with routine healing."
• Avoid using this code if the specific finger (e.g., thumb, index finger) is documented; instead, use a more specific M84.44- code.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for encounters with delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.