Collapsed vert, NEC, sacr/sacrocygl rgn, 7thD

This code signifies a vertebral collapse in the sacral or sacrococcygeal region that is not due to trauma or osteoporosis, and is currently in the healing phase following a fracture. It indicates a non-acute fracture that is progressing as expected without complications. This condition often results from underlying pathological processes affecting bone integrity.

Apply this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed collapsed vertebra in the sacral or sacrococcygeal region. Documentation should confirm routine healing of the fracture, without evidence of delayed union, nonunion, or malunion. This code is appropriate when the patient is past the initial active treatment phase but still under observation for fracture consolidation.

• Ensure documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "routine healing" for the sacral or sacrococcygeal region.
• Distinguish from M48.4- (fatigue fracture of vertebra) or M48.5- with A or S seventh characters for initial or sequela encounters.
• Do not use for traumatic fractures (S32.0-) or osteoporotic fractures (M80.-).