Disp fx of prox phalanx of finger, subs for fx w delay heal

This code signifies a fracture of the upper part of a finger bone (excluding the thumb) that has shifted out of alignment. The patient is currently in a phase of treatment where the fracture is not healing at the expected rate, requiring ongoing medical attention.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters for a displaced proximal phalanx fracture of any finger other than the thumb, when the physician documents delayed union or a slower-than-normal healing process. It would be used after the initial treatment phase, indicating continued management for the non-progressing fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "other finger" (not thumb) and "proximal phalanx."
• Verify the encounter is for "subsequent care" and explicitly mentions "delayed healing."
• Do not use for initial treatment or if the fracture is healing normally.