Zygomatic fracture, right side, 7thG

Zygomatic fracture, right side, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture of the right zygoma (cheekbone) that is currently undergoing treatment, but the healing process is slower than expected. It indicates that the patient has previously been seen for this fracture and is now presenting for follow-up care due to delayed union.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for patients presenting with a right zygomatic fracture where the healing is not progressing at the anticipated rate, and it's not the initial encounter for the injury. Documentation should clearly state "delayed healing" or "delayed union" of the right zygomatic fracture, along with the specific side. This code is appropriate for subsequent visits for ongoing management of the delayed healing.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "right side" and "delayed healing" for the zygomatic fracture.
Do not use this code for initial encounters or for fractures healing normally.
Pair with an external cause code (V00-Y99) if the cause of the fracture is known and documented.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S02.40EZygomatic fracture, right side

S02.40EG(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