Nondisp fx of shaft of 1st MC bone, r hand, 7thD

Nondisplaced fracture of shaft of first metacarpal bone, right hand, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a break in the main part (shaft) of the first metacarpal bone in the right hand that has not shifted out of alignment. This specific code is used when the patient is receiving follow-up care for the fracture and the healing process is progressing as expected.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for follow-up visits where a patient is being monitored for a previously diagnosed nondisplaced right first metacarpal shaft fracture. This includes appointments for cast changes, wound checks, or physical therapy during the routine healing phase. It is appropriate when there are no complications or delayed healing.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial treatment.
Verify the fracture is specifically of the shaft of the first metacarpal and is nondisplaced.
Confirm the healing is routine; use different codes for delayed or nonunion healing.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S62.244Nondisp fx of shaft of first metacarpal bone, right hand

S62.244D(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9 V54.12ApproxICD-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 S62.001