Disp fx of body of left calcaneus, subs for fx w nonunion

This code signifies a fracture of the main part of the left heel bone that is no longer in its proper anatomical alignment. The "subsequent encounter" indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, and "nonunion" specifies that the bone fragments have failed to heal together after a typical healing period.

This code is appropriate for documenting ongoing treatment for a patient whose displaced left calcaneal body fracture has not healed. It should be used during follow-up visits where nonunion is confirmed, and the patient is undergoing interventions such as bone grafting, revision surgery, or continued conservative management specifically for the nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and specifies the left calcaneus body.
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Always check for laterality (left vs. right) and the specific part of the calcaneus involved.