Type I occipital condyle fracture, left side, 7thG

Type I occipital condyle fracture, left side, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture of the left occipital condyle, specifically a Type I injury, which involves an impaction fracture without significant displacement. The encounter is for ongoing management of this fracture, where the healing process is progressing slower than expected.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed left Type I occipital condyle fracture is experiencing delayed union or non-union. Documentation should clearly state the fracture type, location, and the delayed healing status, often supported by imaging reports.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "Type I" and "left side" for accurate coding.
Distinguish from initial encounters (A) or routine follow-up with routine healing (D).
Verify the "delayed healing" status is explicitly documented by the provider.

AI-generated reference — verify against official guidelines

Code Hierarchy

▲S02.11BType I occipital condyle fracture, left side

S02.11BG(current)

Same Category

S02Fracture of skull and facial bones S02.0Fracture of vault of skull S02.0XXAFracture of vault of skull, init encntr for closed fracture S02.0XXBFracture of vault of skull, init encntr for open fracture S02.0XXDFracture of vault of skull, subs for fx w routn heal S02.0XXGFracture of vault of skull, subs for fx w delay heal