Disp fx of hook pro of hamate bone, unsp wrs, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture of the hook-shaped process of the hamate bone, which has shifted from its normal anatomical position. This specific instance indicates that the fracture is in the process of healing but is doing so at a slower than expected rate, and the exact wrist (left or right) is not documented.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed displaced hamate hook fracture, and the physician's documentation explicitly states or implies delayed healing. This is appropriate for subsequent encounters after the initial treatment, such as cast changes, physical therapy, or re-evaluation of healing progress.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "delayed healing" for this specific hamate hook fracture.
• Verify that the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• If the laterality (left or right wrist) is documented, a more specific code should be used.