Nondisp fx of prox 3rd of navic bone of l wrs, 7thG

Nondisplaced fracture of proximal third of navicular [scaphoid] bone of left wrist, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture in the upper portion of the scaphoid bone in the left wrist that is not displaced. The patient is currently in a phase of treatment where the fracture is not healing as quickly as expected, indicating delayed union.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced left scaphoid fracture (proximal third) is experiencing delayed healing. This would typically involve ongoing cast changes, physical therapy, or imaging to monitor the slow progression of bone consolidation.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "proximal third" of the scaphoid.
The "G" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter with delayed healing; do not use for initial treatment or routine healing.
Verify the laterality is correctly documented as "left wrist."

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Code Hierarchy

▲S62.035Nondisp fx of proximal third of navicular bone of left wrist

S62.035G(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S62Fracture at wrist and hand level S62.0Fracture of navicular [scaphoid] bone of wrist S62.00Unspecified fracture of navicular [scaphoid] bone of wrist S62.001Unspecified fracture of navicular bone of right wrist S62.001A