Nondisp fx of dist phalanx of unsp fngr, 7thP

This code describes a fracture of the furthest bone in an unknown finger that has not shifted out of alignment, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care where the fracture is healing incorrectly. Malunion indicates that the bone fragments have joined, but in an undesirable or deformed position.

Apply this code when a patient is seen for ongoing management of a previously diagnosed nondisplaced distal phalanx fracture of an unspecified finger, and clinical or radiological findings confirm that the fracture is healing with malunion. This is appropriate for subsequent encounters after the initial treatment has been rendered.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies a "subsequent encounter" for the fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is of the "distal phalanx" and the specific finger is not documented, necessitating the "unspecified finger" designation.
• Do not use this code for initial treatment or for nonunion, which implies the bone fragments have not joined at all.