Sltr-haris Type II physeal fx left metatarsal, sequela

This code signifies a Salter-Harris Type II fracture affecting the growth plate of a metatarsal bone in the left foot, specifically when the fracture's effects are long-standing or permanent. This type of fracture involves a break through the physis and into the metaphysis, but spares the epiphysis.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with residual problems or complications directly attributable to a previously sustained Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of a left metatarsal. This includes conditions such as growth arrest, angular deformity, or chronic pain resulting from the original injury. This code is appropriate for encounters occurring after the initial healing phase of the fracture.

• Requires a seventh character of "S" to indicate sequela, meaning the patient is being seen for a complication or late effect of the original injury.
• Do not use for initial treatment or subsequent routine follow-up of an acute fracture; those require different seventh characters.
• Consider co-reporting with codes for specific sequelae (e.g., M21.00 for growth disturbance) if applicable.