Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of l calcaneus, 7thK

This code signifies a specific type of growth plate fracture, a Salter-Harris Type II, affecting the left heel bone (calcaneus). The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, and the "nonunion" specifies that the bone fragments have failed to heal together properly.

Use this code when documenting ongoing treatment for a patient with a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris Type II fracture of the left calcaneus, where imaging or clinical assessment confirms that the fracture has not united. This would apply to scenarios such as follow-up appointments for non-operative management of nonunion, or prior to surgical intervention for nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left" calcaneus and "Salter-Harris Type II."
• Verify that the encounter is for "subsequent" care and that "nonunion" is explicitly stated or clearly implied by the treatment plan (e.g., planning for bone grafting due to lack of healing).
• Do not use for initial fracture treatment or for fractures that are healing normally.