Disp fx of 3rd metatarsal bone, r ft, 7thD

This code signifies a break in the third metatarsal bone of the right foot that is no longer in its normal anatomical alignment. The patient is in a follow-up phase where the fracture is healing as expected without complications.

Apply this code for patients presenting for routine follow-up appointments after an initial diagnosis of a displaced right third metatarsal fracture. This includes scenarios where imaging confirms satisfactory bone healing progress and no new interventions are planned beyond continued conservative management.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "right foot" for the third metatarsal.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for routine healing; do not use for initial treatment or delayed/nonunion.
• Verify the specific metatarsal (third) is clearly documented to avoid miscoding.