What is the ICD 10 code for right finger fracture?

What is the ICD 10 code for right finger fracture?

2022 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code S62. 600A: Fracture of unspecified phalanx of right index finger, initial encounter for closed fracture.

What type of fracture is a phalangeal fracture?

Distal phalanx fractures are usually nondisplaced or comminuted fractures. They classify into tuft (tip), shaft, or articular injuries. Tuft fractures usually result from a crushing mechanism such as hitting the tip of a finger with a hammer.

What is a P2 fracture?

The middle phalanx (P2) is dislocated or subluxated dorsally, and the volar lip is fractured at its base. The “V” sign (arrow) indicates dorsal instability. Note that the volar plate (VP) attachment is involved in the fracture.

What is a p3 fracture?

(Fracture of third phalanx, os pedis, or coffin bone) The fracture is caused by concussion and produces a sudden onset of lameness. The lameness is severe if the fracture is intra-articular but may be less severe if only a wing (or solar margin of the distal phalanx) is fractured with no articular component.

What is the ICD 10 code for distal radius fracture?

5-

What is the types of phalanges?

Types of Phalanges. The bone closest to the metacarpals and metatarsals is a proximal phalanx, while the one farthest away (usually positioned below the nail) is a distal phalanx. Some digits have more than two bones and those situated between the proximal and distal bones are called intermediate phalanges.

What is distal phalanx finger?

The distal phalanx of the finger is the distal or third of the three bones in each finger when counting from the hand to the tip of the finger. The distal phalanx has a joint just with the middle phalanx. On the tip of the phalanx is a bulbous tuft of bone that helps give the finger its rounded appearance.

Do you need a cast for a proximal phalanx fracture?

Proximal phalanx fracture – undisplaced Your fracture can be treated with splinting, taping or casting (or a combination of all three of these). Generally a cast is only used for treating phalangeal fractures for children or individuals who will not be able to keep their fingers safely immobilised with a splint.

Where is proximal phalanx of finger?

A proximal phalanx (plural: phalanges) is one of the tubular long bones located in the bottom row of the phalanges or finger bones. Each proximal phalanx has a head, a body/shaft, and a base.

How many finger fractures can you code 26750?

Because you have a 3 separate fractures that are being treated (index, middle and ring) you can code 26750 x3. You need to add the modifiers to specify which fingers were treated. The physician treats distal phalangeal fracture of the finger or thumb with or without manipulation.

What is the ICD 10 code for a finger fracture?

ICD-10: S62.607S. Short Description: Fracture of unsp phalanx of left little finger, sequela. Long Description: Fracture of unspecified phalanx of left little finger, sequela. This is the 2019 version of the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code S62.607S.

What’s the CPT code for a finger sprain?

You decide to splint the finger to keep it stable while it heals. No restorative services are planned nor do you plan to refer the patient to a specialist. You can report CPT code 29130 ( Application of finger splint; static) for splinting the finger.

How to take care of a broken finger?

Here are a few tips for care while treating your child’s broken finger: Get creative with hygiene. You can buy a cast cover online, but a homemade plastic bag and duct tape do the trick just as well. Cover the hand during showers and use an electric toothbrush to make it easier to brush with the non-dominant hand if the other is injured.