Nondisplaced dome fracture of unspecified talus, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual condition resulting from a nondisplaced fracture of the dome of the talus, where the specific talus (left or right) is not documented. The fracture itself is no longer acute, but the patient is experiencing ongoing issues directly attributable to the past injury.

Use this code when a patient presents with a chronic complication, such as persistent pain, stiffness, or limited range of motion, that is a direct consequence of a previously sustained nondisplaced talar dome fracture. This applies when the initial fracture has healed, but the patient continues to experience sequelae.

• Always assign a sequela code when the patient is seen for a complication or late effect of a healed injury.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current symptoms to the past talar dome fracture.
• Do not use this code for an acute or subacute fracture; those require codes from the initial or subsequent encounter categories.