Age-rel osteopor w crnt path fx, unsp site, 7thK

This code signifies a patient diagnosed with osteoporosis due to aging who has experienced a pathological fracture that is currently not healing (nonunion). The fracture location is not specified, and this encounter is for follow-up care after the initial treatment of the nonunion.

Use this code for subsequent encounters when a patient with age-related osteoporosis presents with a previously treated pathological fracture that has failed to unite. Documentation should clearly state "nonunion" of the fracture and confirm the age-related etiology of the osteoporosis. This code is appropriate for ongoing management, monitoring, or further intervention for the nonunion.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "nonunion" and "subsequent encounter."
• Do not use this code for initial treatment of the fracture or for malunion.
• Always code the specific fracture site if known, using a more specific M80.0- subcategory.