Disp fx of navicular of left foot, subs for fx w malunion

This code signifies a left foot navicular (scaphoid) bone fracture that has healed improperly, resulting in a malunion. The fracture was initially displaced, and this code is used during a follow-up encounter when the malunion is being addressed or monitored.

This code is appropriate for subsequent visits related to a previously diagnosed displaced left navicular fracture that has healed in an anatomically incorrect position. It would be used when a patient presents for evaluation, treatment, or management of the malunion, such as during physical therapy, follow-up imaging, or surgical planning for corrective osteotomy.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left foot" and "navicular [scaphoid]" bone.
• Verify that the encounter is for a subsequent visit and that the fracture has healed with malunion.
• Distinguish from nonunion (S92.252N) or routine healing (S92.252D/G/K/M/R).