Nondisp fx of ant pro of l calcaneus, 7thD

This code signifies a fracture of the front part of the left heel bone that has not shifted from its normal position. 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 patients presenting for routine follow-up appointments after an initial diagnosis of a nondisplaced anterior calcaneal fracture of the left foot. This would include visits where the physician is monitoring healing progress, assessing pain levels, and providing instructions for continued recovery.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "anterior process" of the calcaneus.
• The "D" seventh character indicates subsequent encounter for routine healing; do not use for initial treatment or delayed/nonunion healing.
• Laterality (left) is crucial for accurate coding.