Other fracture of left talus, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual condition resulting from a previous fracture of the left talus, excluding specific types like displaced or nondisplaced fractures of the talar neck or body. It indicates that the patient is experiencing ongoing issues or complications directly attributable to an old, unspecified fracture of the left talus.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with long-term sequelae such as chronic pain, deformity, limited range of motion, or arthritis that is a direct consequence of a past, resolved fracture of the left talus. This is appropriate for follow-up visits where the primary focus is on managing these persistent effects, not the acute fracture itself.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following a code that describes the specific sequela (e.g., M25.572 for chronic pain in the left ankle).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previously healed left talus fracture.
• This "S" seventh character indicates sequela, meaning the initial injury has healed, but residual effects persist.