Disp fx of prox phalanx of l less toe(s), 7thK

This code describes a situation where the patient has a fracture in the bone closest to the foot in one of their left lesser toes (not the big toe), and the broken bone fragments are not in their normal alignment. Importantly, the fracture has failed to heal properly after an initial treatment, and the patient is presenting for ongoing management of this nonunion.

Use this code when a patient with a previously treated displaced fracture of the proximal phalanx of a left lesser toe is seen for follow-up, and imaging or clinical assessment confirms that the fracture has not united. This applies to encounters for further treatment, evaluation, or management of the nonunion, such as considering revision surgery or bone grafting.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonunion" and the "subsequent encounter" for this specific fracture.
• Verify the laterality (left) and the specific toe(s) involved (lesser toe, proximal phalanx).
• Do not use this code for initial treatment or routine follow-up of a healing fracture; it is specific to nonunion.