Nondisp fx of neck of other metacarpal bone, sequela

This code describes the long-term effects or complications arising from a previously healed, nondisplaced fracture of the neck of any metacarpal bone other than the first (thumb). It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience residual symptoms or conditions directly attributable to that past fracture.

Apply this code when a patient presents with ongoing issues such as pain, stiffness, limited range of motion, or deformity in the hand, and documentation clearly links these symptoms to a healed, nondisplaced fracture of a non-thumb metacarpal neck. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters after the initial fracture has fully consolidated and the acute phase of treatment has concluded.

• Requires a seventh character "S" to denote sequela, indicating a late effect.
• Ensure documentation explicitly states the fracture was "nondisplaced" and involves a "neck of other metacarpal bone."
• Always sequence this sequela code first, followed by codes for the specific residual condition(s) being treated (e.g., chronic pain, malunion).