Disp fx of shaft of first MC bone, right hand, sequela

This code signifies a healed or chronic condition resulting from a displaced fracture of the shaft of the first metacarpal bone in the right hand. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient is experiencing ongoing issues or complications directly attributable to that past fracture. These sequelae could include chronic pain, limited range of motion, nonunion, malunion, or post-traumatic arthritis.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with long-term complications or residual effects directly related to a previously sustained and now healed displaced fracture of the right first metacarpal shaft. This is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing chronic issues, or when the sequela itself is the primary reason for the encounter, rather than the acute injury.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., M25.541 for pain in right hand).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the historical displaced fracture of the right first metacarpal shaft.
• Do not use for acute or subacute fractures; those require codes from the S62.24- series without the "S" seventh character.