Nondisp fx of base of third MC bone, right hand, init

This code signifies a break in the proximal end of the third metacarpal bone in the right hand, where the bone fragments remain in their normal anatomical alignment. It indicates that this is the first time the patient is being treated for this specific injury, and the skin over the fracture site is intact.

Apply this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced fracture at the base of their right third metacarpal. This is appropriate for the initial visit where definitive treatment, such as casting or splinting, is initiated for a closed fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "base of third metacarpal" for the right hand.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for this specific fracture type.
• Verify the fracture is closed; if open, a different code would be necessary.