Other physeal fracture of unspecified calcaneus, 7thK

This code signifies a fracture of the growth plate (physis) in the heel bone (calcaneus) where the specific location of the fracture is not documented. Importantly, this diagnosis indicates that the fracture has failed to heal properly (nonunion) and the patient is presenting for follow-up care related to this ongoing issue.

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient is receiving treatment or evaluation for a previously diagnosed, unspecified physeal fracture of the calcaneus that has not united. This includes follow-up appointments for casting, physical therapy, or surgical planning related to the nonunion. It should be used when the initial injury has already occurred and the focus is on the delayed healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and specifies a "subsequent encounter" for the fracture.
• Verify that the fracture is indeed physeal and located in the calcaneus, even if the exact site within the calcaneus is not specified.
• Do not use for initial injury encounters or for fractures that are healing normally.