Ant displ Type II dens fracture, subs for fx w routn heal

This code signifies a fracture of the odontoid process (dens) of the C2 vertebra, specifically a Type II fracture that is displaced anteriorly. The "D" suffix indicates that this is a subsequent encounter for the fracture, and it is healing routinely without complications.

This code is appropriate for follow-up visits where a patient with a previously diagnosed anteriorly displaced Type II dens fracture is being monitored for routine healing. Documentation should confirm the fracture type, displacement, and the absence of any healing complications (e.g., nonunion, malunion). This code would be used after the initial treatment phase.

• Ensure documentation specifies "anterior displacement" and "Type II" dens fracture; otherwise, an unspecified or different type code may be more appropriate.
• The "D" suffix indicates routine healing; if complications are present, a different suffix (e.g., G, K, P, S) or a complication code should be used.
• Verify that this is not the initial encounter for the fracture, which would require an "A" suffix.