Disp fx of prox phalanx of unsp less toe(s), 7thP

This code describes a situation where a patient has a fracture of the first bone (proximal phalanx) of any lesser toe (the second through fifth toes) that is not healing correctly, resulting in a deformity (malunion). The fracture was previously treated, and the current encounter is for ongoing management of this healing complication.

This code is appropriate for follow-up visits where a patient is being evaluated or treated for a malunited fracture of the proximal phalanx of an unspecified lesser toe. This includes scenarios such as assessing the extent of malunion, planning corrective surgery, or managing pain and functional limitations due to the malunion.

• Ensure documentation specifies "malunion" as the healing complication, not "nonunion" or "delayed healing."
• Verify that the fracture is of the proximal phalanx and involves a lesser toe.
• Confirm this is a "subsequent encounter" for the fracture, indicating ongoing care after initial treatment.