Disp fx of intermed cuneiform of l ft, 7thP

This code signifies a fracture of the intermediate cuneiform bone in the left foot that has healed incorrectly, resulting in a malunion. The fracture was initially displaced, meaning the bone fragments were not in their normal alignment. This specific code is used when the patient is receiving follow-up care for this malunited fracture.

Use this code for patients presenting for ongoing treatment, evaluation, or management of a previously sustained and now malunited displaced fracture of the left intermediate cuneiform. This includes situations where the patient is being assessed for corrective surgery, physical therapy, or other interventions related to the malunion. It is appropriate for any encounter after the initial treatment phase where the malunion is the primary focus.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the "intermediate cuneiform" of the "left foot."
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Confirm the fracture was initially "displaced" as this is a specific characteristic of the code.