Disp fx of middle phalanx of unspecified finger, 7thG

This code describes a fracture in the middle bone of an unspecified finger that is no longer in its proper alignment. The patient is in a later stage of care for this injury, and the fracture is taking longer than expected to heal.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for a displaced middle phalanx fracture of an unknown 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 appointments.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "displaced" and "delayed healing" for a middle phalanx fracture.
• Confirm that the specific finger is not documented; otherwise, a more specific code should be used.
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter would use a different seventh character.