Oth disp fx of base of first MC bone, right hand, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual condition resulting from a displaced fracture at the base of the first metacarpal bone in the right hand. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient is still experiencing long-term effects or complications directly attributable to that fracture.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing symptoms such as pain, limited range of motion, deformity, or nonunion that are a direct consequence of a previously sustained and now healed or stable displaced fracture of the right thumb metacarpal base. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing these chronic issues, not for the initial acute injury.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following a code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., chronic pain, malunion).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the historical displaced fracture of the right first metacarpal base.
• Verify laterality (right hand) and the specific bone (first metacarpal base) are accurately reflected in the medical record.