Fx oth skull and facial bones, unspecified side, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture affecting skull or facial bones, excluding those specifically categorized elsewhere, that is currently in the healing process but is progressing slower than expected. It indicates that the patient is receiving ongoing care for this delayed union.

Apply this code when documentation explicitly states a fracture of the skull or facial bones (other than those with specific codes) with delayed healing, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care related to this fracture. The encounter should be subsequent to the initial treatment of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" and not nonunion or malunion, which have distinct codes.
• This code requires a seventh character to indicate the encounter type; "G" is for subsequent encounter with delayed healing.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures of the nasal bones, orbital floor, or mandible, which have more specific codes.