Nondisp fx of proximal phalanx of left middle finger, init

This code signifies a break in the bone of the first segment of the left middle finger, closest to the hand, where the bone fragments remain in their normal anatomical alignment. It indicates the initial treatment phase for this type of fracture, which is not open to the environment.

Apply this code when a patient presents for the first time with a closed, non-displaced fracture of the proximal phalanx of their left middle finger. This includes initial evaluation, reduction, casting, or splinting. Subsequent encounters for follow-up care or healing would require a different encounter character.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "proximal phalanx" of the left middle finger.
• Verify that the encounter is indeed the "initial encounter" for this specific fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is "closed" (skin intact) to differentiate from open fractures.