Nondisp fx of body of unsp calcaneus, subs for fx w malunion

This code describes a situation where a patient has a non-displaced fracture of the main part of the heel bone, but the fracture has healed incorrectly, resulting in a malunion. This is being addressed during a subsequent visit after the initial treatment.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient presents with ongoing issues or complications related to a previously treated, non-displaced calcaneal body fracture that has healed in a misaligned position. It signifies that the malunion is the focus of the current treatment or evaluation.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the "body" of the calcaneus.
• Verify the fracture was initially "nondisplaced" and that this is a "subsequent encounter."
• Do not use for nonunion, delayed healing, or initial fracture treatment.