Oth nondisp fx of base of 1st MC bone, l hand, 7thG

This code signifies a non-displaced fracture at the base of the first metacarpal bone (thumb) in the left hand. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, and "delayed healing" specifies that the bone is not mending at the expected rate.

This code is appropriate for office visits, hospital encounters, or other healthcare settings where a patient is being treated for a previously diagnosed, non-displaced fracture of the left thumb's metacarpal base. It should be used when documentation explicitly states that the fracture is experiencing delayed healing, rather than routine healing or nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for this specific fracture.
• Verify the fracture is non-displaced and located at the base of the first metacarpal of the left hand.
• Confirm this is a subsequent encounter for the fracture, not the initial treatment.