Post disp fx of sternal end l clavicle, 7thP

This code describes a fracture at the sternal (medial) end of the left clavicle that has healed improperly, resulting in a malunion. The fractured bone fragments are displaced posteriorly, meaning they have shifted backward relative to their normal anatomical position. This indicates a previous injury that has not aligned correctly during the healing process.

Use this code for a patient presenting for follow-up care, such as an orthopedic evaluation, physical therapy, or imaging, for a previously diagnosed posterior displaced fracture of the sternal end of the left clavicle that has now healed with malunion. This code is appropriate when the patient is no longer in the initial active treatment phase but is being managed for the long-term consequences or complications of the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and not "nonunion" or "delayed union."
• Verify the laterality (left) and the specific location (sternal end) of the clavicle fracture.
• Confirm this is a "subsequent encounter" for the fracture, indicating ongoing care after initial treatment.