Displ oth fx tuberosity of unsp calcaneus, 7thD

This code describes a fracture of the tuberosity (a bony prominence) of the heel bone (calcaneus) that is no longer in its correct anatomical position. The "subsequent encounter" indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, which is currently healing as expected without complications.

Use this code for a patient presenting for a follow-up appointment for a previously diagnosed displaced fracture of the calcaneal tuberosity. This applies when the fracture is progressing through routine healing and no complications (e.g., nonunion, malunion) are noted. This code would be appropriate for cast changes, follow-up X-rays, or physical therapy visits during the routine healing phase.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and identifies the fracture site as the "tuberosity of the calcaneus."
• The "D" seventh character signifies a subsequent encounter for a fracture with routine healing; do not use for initial treatment or complicated healing.
• Laterality (left or right) is unspecified in this code; if known, a more specific code should be chosen.