Nondisp avuls fx (chip fracture) of unsp talus, sequela

This code describes a healed or residual effect of a nondisplaced avulsion fracture (also known as a chip fracture) of the talus bone, where the specific location on the talus is not documented. An avulsion fracture occurs when a small piece of bone is pulled away by a tendon or ligament. "Sequela" indicates that this code is used for conditions that are the late effects of the initial injury, after the acute phase of healing has passed.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with long-term complications, pain, or functional limitations directly attributable to a previously sustained, nondisplaced avulsion fracture of an unspecified part of the talus. This code is appropriate when the acute injury has resolved, and the current encounter addresses the chronic consequences. It should be assigned for follow-up visits related to the chronic effects of the fracture.

• Always assign a sequela code when the patient is seen for a complication or late effect of an injury that is no longer acute.
• Ensure documentation clearly states "sequela," "late effect," or describes chronic issues stemming from a past fracture.
• Do not use this code for the initial treatment of an acute fracture; instead, use the appropriate acute fracture code.