Disp fx of 4th metatarsal bone, l ft, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture of the fourth metatarsal bone in the left foot that is no longer in its anatomical alignment. The patient is currently receiving care for this fracture, which is healing slower than expected.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a displaced left fourth metatarsal fracture that has not healed within the anticipated timeframe. This includes situations where the patient is undergoing continued treatment, such as cast changes, physical therapy, or surgical intervention, due to delayed union.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left foot" and "fourth metatarsal" to support code selection.
• Confirm the fracture is explicitly described as "displaced" and that the encounter is for "delayed healing."
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter would use a different seventh character.