Oth disp fx of base of 1st MC bone, r hand, 7thK

Other displaced fracture of base of first metacarpal bone, right hand, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture at the base of the first metacarpal bone (thumb) in the right hand that is no longer in its anatomical position. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, and "nonunion" specifies that the bone fragments have failed to heal together after a reasonable period.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for documenting ongoing treatment of a right thumb base fracture that has not healed properly. It would be used when a patient presents for an office visit, imaging, or other services related to the management of this specific complication. This includes scenarios where surgical intervention for nonunion is being planned or has recently occurred.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and specifies the right hand.
Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care of the fracture, not the initial injury.
Distinguish from malunion, which implies healing in an incorrect position, rather than a complete failure to heal.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S62.231Other disp fx of base of first metacarpal bone, right hand

S62.231K(current)

Crosswalks

733.82ApproxICD-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 S62.001Unspecified fracture of navicular bone of right wrist S62.001A