Nondisp fx of neck of unspecified metacarpal bone, sequela

This code indicates a past fracture of the neck of a metacarpal bone in the hand, where the bone fragments were not displaced at the time of injury. The "sequela" designation means this code is used to report conditions or complications that are a direct result of the original fracture, even after the acute phase of healing has passed.

Apply this code when a patient presents with a current problem or condition that is a long-term consequence of a previously sustained, nondisplaced metacarpal neck fracture. Examples include chronic pain, stiffness, limited range of motion, or deformity directly attributable to the old injury. This code is not for reporting the initial fracture.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code for the specific condition or symptom being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current complaint to the old, nondisplaced metacarpal neck fracture.
• Do not use this code for acute or subacute fractures; use the appropriate acute fracture code with the correct encounter type.