Disp fx of distal phalanx of unsp finger, init for clos fx

This code signifies a break in the bone at the very tip of an unknown finger, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It indicates that the injury is new and is being treated for the first time, and the skin over the fracture is intact.

Apply this code when documentation confirms a displaced fracture of the distal phalanx of a finger, but the specific finger (e.g., index, middle) is not identified. This is appropriate for initial treatment encounters of closed fractures, such as those resulting from a crush injury or direct impact.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "distal phalanx" and "displaced."
• Only use for the initial encounter; subsequent care will require a different seventh character.
• If the specific finger is known, a more precise code should be selected.