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

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

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a break in the shaft of the fourth metacarpal bone in the left hand, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. The "G" indicates that this is a subsequent encounter for the fracture, and the healing process is taking longer than expected.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed, displaced left fourth metacarpal shaft fracture that is exhibiting delayed union. This would be used after the initial treatment phase and when the fracture has not healed within the anticipated timeframe.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "left hand" and "fourth metacarpal shaft" with "displaced" alignment.
The "G" seventh character is crucial and indicates delayed healing during a subsequent encounter.
Verify that the encounter is for ongoing fracture care, not initial treatment or sequelae.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S62.325Disp fx of shaft of fourth metacarpal bone, left hand

S62.325G(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

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