Oth fracture of second thor vertebra, subs for fx w nonunion

This code signifies a fracture of the second thoracic vertebra that is not healing properly, specifically in a patient who is receiving ongoing treatment for this nonunion. It indicates a persistent lack of bone healing at the fracture site after the expected healing period has passed.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care, such as an office visit, imaging, or surgical intervention, for a previously diagnosed T2 vertebral fracture that has been confirmed as a nonunion. This is appropriate for subsequent encounters after the initial treatment of the fracture has begun and nonunion has been identified.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" of the T2 vertebral fracture.
• Verify this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment or a new injury.
• Always sequence this code after any applicable external cause codes if the original injury cause is still relevant.