Nondisp fx of distal phalanx of left little finger, sequela

This code describes a healed or chronic condition resulting from a fracture of the furthest bone in the left little finger. The fracture was not displaced at the time of injury, meaning the bone fragments remained in their normal alignment. The "sequela" indicates that this code is used to report a current problem or condition that is a direct consequence of the previous fracture, rather than the acute injury itself.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a long-term complication or residual effect directly attributable to a previously sustained, nondisplaced fracture of the distal phalanx of their left little finger. This could include ongoing pain, stiffness, deformity, nonunion, or malunion that is being addressed at the current encounter. It is appropriate for follow-up care after the initial healing phase of the fracture.

• Always assign this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., M20.092 for other deformities of finger(s)).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous nondisplaced distal phalanx fracture of the left little finger.
• Do not use this code for the initial treatment of the acute fracture; instead, use the appropriate acute fracture code.