Displaced fracture of middle phalanx of other finger, 7thB

This code signifies a break in the middle bone of a finger other than the thumb, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal anatomical alignment. It specifically indicates that the skin and soft tissue overlying the fracture site have been compromised, exposing the bone to the external environment. This is the initial encounter for treatment of this specific injury.

Apply this code when documenting the initial treatment of an open fracture involving the middle phalanx of any finger except the thumb. This would include scenarios such as a crush injury to the finger with exposed bone, or a laceration directly over a fractured middle phalanx. It is used for the first time a patient presents for care of this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "other finger" (i.e., not the thumb) and "middle phalanx."
• Confirm the fracture is explicitly described as "open" and "displaced" in the medical record.
• The "B" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for an open fracture, meaning active treatment is being provided.