Disp fx of dist phalanx of finger, subs for fx w routn heal

This code describes a broken bone in the outermost segment of a finger other than the thumb, where the bone fragments are no longer properly aligned. This specific code is used when the patient is seen for follow-up care during the normal healing process of the fracture.

Apply this code for a patient presenting for a routine follow-up visit for a previously diagnosed and treated displaced fracture of a distal phalanx of the index, middle, ring, or little finger. This includes scenarios such as cast checks, wound care, or assessment of healing progress without complications.

• Ensure documentation specifies "other finger" (i.e., not the thumb) and "distal phalanx."
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for routine healing; do not use for initial treatment or delayed/nonunion healing.
• Confirm the fracture is explicitly documented as "displaced" to differentiate from an undisplaced fracture.