Nondisplaced fracture of navicular of left foot, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual condition stemming from a fracture of the navicular bone in the left foot that was not displaced at the time of injury. It indicates that the patient is currently experiencing a long-term effect or complication directly attributable to that past injury, rather than the acute fracture itself.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing symptoms such as chronic pain, stiffness, or functional limitations in the left foot, where these issues are a direct consequence of a previously sustained, nondisplaced navicular fracture. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters after the initial healing period, when the primary fracture treatment is complete but sequelae persist.

• Always assign this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, osteoarthritis).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past nondisplaced navicular fracture of the left foot.
• The "S" seventh character indicates sequela and should only be used for complications or conditions arising as a direct result of the initial injury, after the acute phase has passed.