Nondisp fx of middle phalanx of left ring finger, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture of the middle bone of the left ring finger that has not shifted out of alignment. The patient is in a later stage of care, and the fracture is not healing as quickly as expected.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a left ring finger middle phalanx fracture that was initially nondisplaced, but is now exhibiting delayed healing. This would be used after the initial treatment phase and during ongoing management for the slow-to-heal fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left ring finger" and "middle phalanx" to support this specific code.
• Verify that the fracture was initially nondisplaced and that delayed healing is explicitly noted by the provider.
• This "G" subsequent encounter code is used for routine healing, nonunion, or malunion, but specifically for delayed healing in this instance.