Fx unsp metatarsal bone(s), unsp ft, 7thG

This code indicates a fracture of one or more metatarsal bones in an unspecified foot that is currently in the healing process, but healing is progressing slower than expected. It signifies that the initial treatment has occurred, and the patient is now being seen for ongoing management of the delayed union of the fracture.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a metatarsal fracture where the physician documents delayed healing, non-union, or malunion is not yet established. This would be used after the initial encounter for the acute fracture and before a definitive diagnosis of non-union or malunion is made.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for the metatarsal fracture.
• This code requires a 7th character "G" for subsequent encounter with delayed healing.
• Do not use if the fracture is fully healed or if non-union/malunion is explicitly diagnosed.