Fused fingers, right hand

This code signifies syndactyly affecting the right hand, specifically when two or more fingers are congenitally fused together. The fusion can involve skin, soft tissue, or bone, resulting in a webbed or conjoined appearance of the digits. This condition can impact hand function and dexterity.

Use this code for patients diagnosed with congenital fusion of fingers on their right hand. Documentation should clearly state "syndactyly" or "fused fingers" and specify the right hand. This code is appropriate for initial diagnosis, follow-up care, and surgical planning for correction.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "right hand" to avoid laterality errors.
• Distinguish from acquired fusion due to trauma or burns, which would be coded differently.
• If multiple fingers are fused, this single code is generally sufficient unless specific, distinct anomalies of individual fingers are also present and separately documented.