Fracture of alveolus of left mandible, 7thG

Fracture of alveolus of left mandible, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture of the alveolar process of the left mandible that is not healing at the expected rate. It indicates a patient is receiving active treatment for this specific fracture, but the healing process is prolonged beyond the typical timeframe.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a left mandibular alveolar fracture that has been previously treated but is now presenting with delayed healing. This would be used during follow-up visits where ongoing management for the delayed union is being provided. Supporting documentation includes physician notes detailing the delayed healing and the specific anatomical location.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation specifies "delayed healing" and not "nonunion" or "malunion," as these have different codes.
Verify the laterality (left mandible) is clearly documented.
This code requires an "active treatment" encounter; it is not for sequelae or initial treatment.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S02.672Fracture of alveolus of left mandible

S02.672G(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