Age-rel osteopor with current path fx, other site, 7thK

This code signifies a pathological fracture due to age-related osteoporosis, located at an "other site" (not vertebra, hip, or wrist), where the fracture has failed to heal properly. The patient is receiving ongoing care for this nonunion.

Apply this code for patients with documented age-related osteoporosis who present for follow-up care of a pathological fracture at an unspecified site that has not united. Documentation should clearly indicate the fracture's osteoporotic origin, the "other site" location, and the nonunion status.

• Requires a seventh character "K" for subsequent encounter with nonunion; ensure the encounter is not initial or for routine healing.
• Always sequence this code first if it is the primary reason for the encounter, followed by codes for any associated complications or treatments.
• Do not use for stress fractures, pathological fractures due to other diseases (e.g., neoplastic), or if the fracture is healing normally.