Nondisp fx of hook pro of hamate bone, unsp wrist, sequela

This code signifies a healed or chronic condition resulting from a nondisplaced fracture of the hook of the hamate bone in an unspecified wrist. The initial injury has resolved, but the patient is experiencing residual effects or complications directly attributable to the previous fracture.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing pain, stiffness, weakness, or other long-term sequelae after a nondisplaced hook of hamate fracture. This is appropriate for follow-up visits where the primary focus is managing the chronic effects, not the acute fracture treatment.

• Always use an additional code to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain, malunion, nonunion).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current symptoms to the previously healed hook of hamate fracture.
• Do not use this code for initial treatment of the acute fracture or for follow-up care during the active healing phase.