Post disp fx of sternal end l clavicle, 7thD

This code signifies a fracture at the sternal (medial) end of the left clavicle, where the broken bone fragments have shifted backward. It indicates that the patient is in a follow-up phase of treatment, and the fracture is healing as expected without complications.

Apply this code for follow-up visits when a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed posterior displaced fracture of the sternal end of the left clavicle. This is appropriate when the fracture is progressing through routine healing and no complications or delayed healing are noted.

• Ensure documentation specifies "posterior displacement" and "sternal end" of the clavicle.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for routine healing; use other seventh characters for initial encounters or complications.
• Confirm the laterality is "left" as specified by the code.