Disp fx of prox 3rd of navic bone of unsp wrs, 7thD

Displaced fracture of proximal third of navicular [scaphoid] bone of unspecified wrist, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a displaced fracture located in the upper third of the scaphoid bone in an unspecified wrist. The "subsequent encounter" indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, which is currently healing routinely without complications.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when documenting follow-up visits for a scaphoid fracture that was initially displaced and is now showing expected healing progress. This would include appointments for cast changes, repeat imaging to assess union, or physical therapy during the routine healing phase.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "proximal third" of the scaphoid.
Confirm the encounter is for routine follow-up during the healing period, not initial treatment or a complication.
If the wrist is specified (left or right), a more specific code should be used.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S62.033Disp fx of proximal third of navicular bone of unsp wrist

S62.033D(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9 V54.12ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S62Fracture at wrist and hand level S62.0Fracture of navicular [scaphoid] bone of wrist S62.00Unspecified fracture of navicular [scaphoid] bone of wrist S62.001