Displaced dome fx right talus, subs for fx w delay heal

This code signifies a fracture of the dome (superior articular surface) of the right talus, which is displaced from its normal anatomical position. The patient is currently receiving care for this fracture, but the healing process is progressing slower than expected.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced right talar dome fracture is being managed for delayed union or non-union. This includes situations where additional interventions, such as bone stimulation or surgical revision, are being considered or performed due to the slow healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "dome" of the talus, as well as the right side.
• Confirm the encounter is for ongoing treatment of the fracture, not the initial injury or a healed fracture.
• Look for physician notes indicating delayed healing, non-union, or complications related to the healing process.