Nondisp fx of fifth metatarsal bone, right foot, sequela

This code indicates a past injury involving a break in the fifth metatarsal bone of the right foot that did not result in displacement of the bone fragments. The "sequela" designation signifies that this code is used to report a condition that is a late effect or residual of the original fracture, rather than the acute injury itself. This could include chronic pain, stiffness, or deformity stemming from the healed fracture.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing issues directly attributable to a previously sustained, nondisplaced fracture of the right fifth metatarsal. This applies to follow-up visits for complications or long-term effects after the initial healing period has passed. It is not for reporting the initial acute fracture.

• Always assign an additional code to describe the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain, malunion, nonunion).
• Ensure documentation clearly states the fracture was nondisplaced and that the current encounter addresses a residual effect.
• Do not use this code for the initial treatment of the acute fracture; use the appropriate acute fracture code instead.