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

This code describes a fracture of the middle bone of the left ring finger that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments remain in their normal alignment. The "K" seventh character indicates that this is a subsequent encounter for a fracture that has failed to heal properly, resulting in a nonunion.

Use this code when a patient presents for ongoing treatment or evaluation of a previously diagnosed nondisplaced middle phalanx fracture of the left ring finger, and the fracture has been determined to be a nonunion. This typically applies to follow-up visits where the nonunion is being managed, such as for surgical intervention planning, cast changes, or monitoring.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies the left ring finger and the middle phalanx.
• The "K" seventh character is crucial and indicates a nonunion, differentiating it from routine follow-up for a healing fracture.
• Verify that the fracture is indeed nondisplaced; displaced fractures would require a different code.