Disp fx of 3rd metatarsal bone, r ft, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture of the third metatarsal bone in the right foot that is no longer in its anatomical alignment. The patient is in the healing phase following initial treatment, but the bone union is progressing slower than expected. This indicates a complication in the healing process, specifically delayed union.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously treated, displaced right third metatarsal fracture who is experiencing delayed healing. This would be used after the initial treatment encounter and during subsequent visits where the delayed healing is being monitored or addressed. It is appropriate for scenarios where the fracture has not yet fully united within the expected timeframe.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right foot" and "third metatarsal" to support this specific code.
• The "G" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter with delayed healing; verify the encounter type and healing status.
• Do not use for initial fracture treatment or for nonunion, which has a different seventh character.