Oth traum nondisp spondylolysis of 2nd cervcal vert, 7thD

This code signifies a stable, non-displaced forward slippage of the second cervical vertebra (C2) due to trauma, specifically when the fracture is in the routine healing phase. It indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this specific injury.

Use this code for patients presenting for routine follow-up appointments, cast changes, or physical therapy during the healing period of a traumatic, nondisplaced C2 spondylolisthesis. Documentation should clearly state "nondisplaced," "traumatic," "C2," and indicate that healing is progressing routinely, often noted as "subsequent encounter."

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" to differentiate from displaced spondylolisthesis.
• The 7th character "D" indicates a subsequent encounter for a fracture with routine healing; do not use for initial treatment or for delayed/nonunion healing.
• Verify the specific cervical vertebra involved (C2 in this case) to avoid miscoding with other cervical levels.