Nondisp fx of middle phalanx of unsp lesser toe(s), sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual condition resulting from a fracture of the middle bone of any of the smaller toes (excluding the great toe) that was not displaced at the time of injury. It indicates that the patient is experiencing ongoing symptoms or complications directly attributable to this past injury.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with chronic pain, stiffness, deformity, or other long-term sequelae directly related to a previously sustained and healed nondisplaced middle phalanx fracture of a lesser toe. This would be used after the initial healing phase of the fracture has passed.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., chronic pain, osteoarthritis).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past nondisplaced middle phalanx fracture of a lesser toe.
• Verify that the "S" seventh character is appropriate, indicating a sequela, rather than an initial encounter or subsequent encounter for active treatment.