Disp fx of intermed cuneiform of unsp ft, 7thK

This code signifies a displaced break in the intermediate cuneiform bone, located in the midfoot, where the specific foot (left or right) is not documented. The fracture has failed to heal properly, indicating a nonunion, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care related to this ongoing issue.

Apply this code for a patient returning for treatment or evaluation of a previously diagnosed displaced intermediate cuneiform fracture that has not united. This would be used when the physician explicitly documents nonunion and the affected foot is not specified. It is appropriate for subsequent visits after the initial treatment of the nonunion has begun.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and "displaced" for the intermediate cuneiform fracture.
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care of the nonunion, not the initial treatment.
• If the laterality (left or right foot) is documented, a more specific code should be used.