Displaced dome fx left talus, subs for fx w routn heal

This code signifies a fracture of the dome of the left talus where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal anatomical alignment. This specific code is used when the patient is seen for follow-up care during the healing process, and the fracture is progressing as expected without complications.

Utilize this code for patients presenting for routine follow-up appointments after initial treatment of a displaced left talar dome fracture. This applies when the fracture is healing normally and there are no signs of delayed union, nonunion, or other complications. It would be appropriate for subsequent cast changes, physical therapy evaluations, or imaging to monitor healing progress.

• Ensure the encounter is for a subsequent visit, not the initial treatment.
• Verify the laterality is left and the fracture is specifically of the talar dome.
• Confirm that healing is routine; otherwise, a different seventh character would be necessary.