Disp fx of first metatarsal bone, right foot, sequela

This code signifies a healed or chronic condition resulting from a displaced fracture of the first metatarsal bone in the right foot. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient is still experiencing residual effects or complications directly attributable to that past fracture.

Apply this code when documenting long-term complications such as chronic pain, malunion, nonunion, post-traumatic arthritis, or functional limitations in the right foot, directly linked to a previously displaced first metatarsal fracture. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters occurring after the initial healing period of the fracture.

• Always ensure documentation clearly links the current sequela to the historical displaced fracture of the right first metatarsal.
• Do not use this code for acute or active treatment of the initial fracture; instead, use the appropriate acute fracture code.
• Consider additional codes for specific sequelae (e.g., M20.2- for hallux rigidus, M79.671 for pain in right foot) to provide greater specificity.