Disp fx of middle phalanx of r little finger, init

This diagnosis code signifies a broken bone in the middle segment of the right little finger. The fracture is displaced, meaning the bone fragments are out of alignment, and the skin over the fracture is intact (closed fracture).

This code is appropriate for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, displaced fracture of the middle phalanx of their right little finger. It is used when the fracture has not broken through the skin.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "displaced" and "middle phalanx" for the right little finger.
• Verify this is the patient's first encounter for this specific fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is closed; if open, a different code is required.