Disp fx of middle phalanx of left index finger, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture of the middle bone of the left index finger that is no longer in its proper anatomical alignment. The patient is in a later stage of healing, and the fracture is taking longer than expected to mend.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for a displaced middle phalanx fracture of the left index finger, and the physician notes that the healing process is delayed. This would typically be used after the initial treatment phase, such as during cast changes, follow-up X-rays, or physical therapy sessions, when delayed healing is documented.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "displaced" and "delayed healing" for the middle phalanx of the left index finger.
• Verify this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment.
• Confirm the laterality (left) and specific finger (index) are clearly documented.