Disp fx of 4th metatarsal bone, r ft, 7thD

This code signifies a fracture of the fourth metatarsal bone in the right foot that was initially displaced but is now in a later stage of healing. The "subsequent encounter" indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for a previously diagnosed fracture, and "routine healing" suggests that the recovery is progressing as expected without complications.

This code is appropriate for documenting follow-up visits where a patient with a right fourth metatarsal fracture, initially displaced, is being monitored for routine healing. This would include appointments for cast changes, X-ray reviews showing expected callus formation, or physical therapy sessions during the uncomplicated recovery phase.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right foot" and "fourth metatarsal" to support this precise code.
• Confirm the fracture was initially "displaced" and that healing is progressing "routinely" to justify the specific seventh character.
• Do not use for initial fracture treatment or for fractures with delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.