Oth fracture of right lesser toe(s), init for clos fx

This code signifies a fracture of any phalanx of the right lesser toes (digits 2-5), excluding the great toe, that is not further specified as a specific type of fracture. It indicates the initial phase of treatment for a closed fracture, meaning the skin remains intact over the injury site.

Apply this code when a patient presents with a newly diagnosed, non-open fracture of any of the right lesser toes, and the specific bone or fracture type is not detailed in the medical record beyond "other fracture." This is appropriate for the initial encounter where the fracture is first evaluated and treated.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right" lesser toe(s) and confirms a closed fracture.
• Verify that this is the initial encounter for treatment; subsequent encounters will use different seventh characters.
• If a more specific fracture type or bone is documented (e.g., right proximal phalanx, comminuted), a more precise code should be selected.