Disp fx of base of fifth metacarpal bone, left hand, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture at the base of the fifth metacarpal bone in the left hand, where the bone fragments are not properly aligned. The patient is in a subsequent phase of treatment, and the fracture is not healing at the expected rate.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for a displaced fracture of the left fifth metacarpal base, and the physician documents delayed union or healing. This would typically be used after the initial treatment phase, such as casting or surgical fixation, when the fracture has not yet fully consolidated.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "displaced" and "delayed healing" for the left fifth metacarpal base.
• The "G" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a fracture with delayed healing.
• Verify laterality (left hand) is clearly documented.