Nondisp fx of 1st metatarsal bone, unsp ft, 7thP

This code signifies a first metatarsal bone fracture that was initially nondisplaced but has since healed in an anatomically incorrect or misaligned position (malunion). This indicates a complication of the healing process where the bone fragments have joined, but not in their original alignment, potentially leading to functional impairment or pain.

Use this code when documenting a patient visit for ongoing management or evaluation of a previously sustained, nondisplaced first metatarsal fracture that has resulted in malunion. This applies to follow-up appointments where the malunion is being assessed, treated, or monitored after the initial fracture care.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" as a complication of the healing fracture.
• Verify that the fracture was initially nondisplaced and involved the first metatarsal.
• This "P" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a fracture with malunion, not the initial treatment of the fracture.