Nondisp fx of 2nd metatarsal bone, l ft, 7thP

This code signifies a fracture of the second metatarsal bone in the left foot that was initially nondisplaced but has since healed improperly. The "malunion" indicates that the bone fragments have joined in a deformed or misaligned position, leading to potential functional impairment or pain.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for complications arising from a previously sustained, nondisplaced fracture of the left second metatarsal, specifically when the fracture has healed with malunion. This could include evaluations for pain, limited range of motion, or planning for corrective procedures related to the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and identifies the second metatarsal of the left foot.
• Verify that the initial fracture was documented as "nondisplaced" to align with the code's specificity.
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter for the fracture would use a different code.