Fracture of orbit, unspecified, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture of the bony orbit surrounding the eye, where the healing process is taking longer than expected. It indicates that the patient is presenting for follow-up care related to this specific orbital fracture, and the fracture has not yet fully united.

Apply this code when a patient with a previously diagnosed orbital fracture is seen for ongoing management due to delayed healing. Documentation should explicitly state "delayed healing" or similar terminology, and the encounter must be subsequent to the initial treatment of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for the orbital fracture.
• This code requires a seventh character "G" for subsequent encounter with delayed healing; do not use "A" for initial or "D" for routine follow-up.
• Always sequence this code after any codes for complications or specific treatments being rendered during the encounter.