Fatigue fx vert, sacr/sacrocygl rgn, 7thD

This code signifies a stress fracture of the sacrum or sacrococcygeal region that is currently in the routine healing phase. It indicates that the fracture was caused by repetitive stress rather than a single traumatic event.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a sacral or sacrococcygeal fatigue fracture is healing normally without complications. Documentation should confirm the fracture type (fatigue/stress), the anatomical location, and the ongoing routine healing process.

• Ensure documentation specifies "fatigue" or "stress" fracture to differentiate from traumatic fractures.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for routine healing; do not use for initial treatment or delayed healing.
• Always confirm the specific vertebral region (sacral/sacrococcygeal) as other vertebral fatigue fractures have different codes.