Disp fx of navicular of unsp foot, subs for fx w delay heal

This code signifies a fracture of the navicular bone in the foot that is displaced, meaning the bone fragments are not properly aligned. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, and "delayed healing" specifies that the bone is not mending at the expected rate.

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing management of a displaced navicular fracture of the foot that has not healed within the typical timeframe. This includes follow-up appointments for cast changes, imaging to assess healing progress, or discussions about further interventions due to the delayed union.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "delayed healing" for the navicular fracture.
• Verify the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment.
• Confirm the fracture is of the foot navicular, not the hand scaphoid, despite the parenthetical note.