Disp fx of base of 4th MC bone, l hand, 7thG

Displaced fracture of base of fourth metacarpal bone, left hand, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture at the base of the fourth metacarpal bone in the left hand that is no longer in its anatomical alignment. The patient is currently in a phase of treatment where the fracture is not healing at the expected rate.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters with a patient who has a previously diagnosed, displaced fracture of the left fourth metacarpal base and is experiencing delayed healing. This would typically be used after initial treatment (e.g., casting, surgery) when the bone union is not progressing as anticipated.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for this specific fracture.
Verify the fracture is displaced and located at the base of the fourth metacarpal of the left hand.
This code is for subsequent encounters, not the initial treatment of the fracture.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S62.315Disp fx of base of fourth metacarpal bone, left hand

S62.315G(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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