Disp fx of nk of 1st MC bone, l hand, 7thD

This code signifies a fracture of the neck of the first metacarpal (thumb) bone in the left hand, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. The patient is in a follow-up phase of treatment, and the fracture is progressing as expected towards full recovery.

This code is appropriate for documenting subsequent visits for a left thumb metacarpal neck fracture that was initially displaced and is now healing routinely. It would be used when the patient is seen for cast changes, follow-up X-rays, or physical therapy during the normal healing period.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left hand" and "first metacarpal neck" for accurate laterality and site.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for routine healing; avoid using "A" for initial or "S" for sequela.
• Confirm the fracture was indeed displaced at the time of initial diagnosis to justify this specific code.