Nondisp fx of body of right talus, subs for fx w malunion

This code signifies a previously treated fracture of the main part of the right talus bone that has healed incorrectly, resulting in a malunion. The fracture itself was initially nondisplaced, meaning the bone fragments remained in their normal alignment at the time of injury.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is being managed for complications arising from a malunited fracture of the right talus. This includes evaluations for pain, functional limitations, or planning for corrective surgery related to the malunion. It would not be used for the initial injury or for a fracture that has healed correctly.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the "body" of the right talus.
• Verify this is a "subsequent encounter" and not the initial treatment or an encounter for a different complication.
• Always review operative reports or imaging findings that confirm the malunion.