Fracture of orbit, unspecified, 7thK

This code describes a fracture of the bony orbit, the socket surrounding the eye, that has not healed properly and is being treated during a subsequent visit. The specific location within the orbit is not documented. This indicates a complication of fracture healing where the bone fragments have failed to unite.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing treatment for an orbital fracture that has been diagnosed with nonunion. Documentation should clearly state "nonunion" and specify the orbital fracture as the condition being addressed. This code is appropriate when the patient is beyond the initial healing phase and the nonunion is confirmed.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "nonunion" and "subsequent encounter" for this specific fracture type.
• Distinguish from malunion (improper alignment) or delayed union (slower than expected healing).
• Always sequence this code after any associated external cause codes, if applicable.