Nondisp fx of proximal phalanx of left little finger, init

This code signifies a break in the bone closest to the hand in the left little finger. The bone fragments remain in their normal anatomical alignment, meaning no significant displacement has occurred. This diagnosis is for the initial treatment of a closed fracture, where the skin over the fracture site remains intact.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced fracture of the proximal phalanx of the left fifth digit. This is appropriate for the initial encounter where definitive treatment, such as splinting or casting, is being initiated. It should be used when there is no open wound communicating with the fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "proximal phalanx" of the "left little finger."
• Verify the encounter is for the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is "closed" (skin intact) to avoid using an open fracture code.