Unspecified physeal fracture of unspecified calcaneus, 7thG

This code indicates a fracture of the growth plate (physis) in the heel bone (calcaneus) where the specific location or type of fracture is not documented. The patient is in a subsequent phase of care, and the fracture is experiencing delayed healing, meaning it is taking longer than expected to unite.

Use this code for follow-up encounters when a patient with an unspecific calcaneal physeal fracture is presenting with delayed healing. This applies when the initial fracture details were not fully specified, and the current visit focuses on managing the prolonged healing process.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for the calcaneal physeal fracture.
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment.
• Confirm that the specific type or location of the calcaneal physeal fracture is indeed unspecified in the medical record.