Other physeal fracture of unspecified calcaneus, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture affecting the growth plate (physis) of the calcaneus (heel bone) in an unspecified location, which is currently in a phase of delayed healing. It indicates that the patient has previously been treated for this fracture and is now presenting for follow-up care due to slower-than-expected bone union.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a pediatric or adolescent patient with a calcaneal physeal fracture is experiencing delayed healing, as documented by the physician. This applies when the fracture is not yet fully united but is progressing, albeit slowly, and the patient is receiving ongoing management for this specific issue.

• Ensure physician documentation explicitly states "delayed healing" for the calcaneal physeal fracture.
• Verify that the encounter is a subsequent visit for the fracture, not the initial treatment.
• Confirm the fracture location is unspecified within the calcaneus if a more specific site is not documented.