Nondisp avulsion fx tuberosity of l calcaneus, sequela

This code describes a past injury involving a nondisplaced avulsion fracture of the tuberosity of the left calcaneus. An avulsion fracture occurs when a small piece of bone is pulled away by a tendon or ligament. "Nondisplaced" indicates the bone fragments are still in their normal alignment, and "sequela" signifies this code is for conditions that are the late effects or complications of the original injury, not the acute injury itself.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current problem that is a direct result of a previously sustained nondisplaced avulsion fracture of the left calcaneal tuberosity. This could include chronic pain, deformity, or functional limitations stemming from the old fracture. It is appropriate for follow-up visits after the initial healing period, when the acute phase of the injury has passed.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following a code for the current condition or symptom being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly states the fracture is "nondisplaced" and involves the "tuberosity of the left calcaneus."
• Verify the encounter is for a "sequela" or late effect, not the initial treatment of the acute fracture.