Unspecified physeal fracture of unspecified metatarsal, 7thK

This code describes a fracture involving the growth plate (physis) of an unidentifiable metatarsal bone in the foot, where the fracture has failed to heal properly. This specific encounter is for ongoing management of this nonunion.

This code is appropriate for follow-up visits or admissions where a patient is being treated for a previously diagnosed physeal fracture of an unspecified metatarsal that has not united. This includes scenarios such as continued conservative management, evaluation for surgical intervention, or post-operative care for nonunion repair.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" for the fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is of the physis and the specific metatarsal is not documented.
• This code is for subsequent encounters, not the initial treatment of the fracture.