Unspecified physeal fracture of phalanx of left toe, 7thK

This code signifies a growth plate fracture in a phalanx bone of the left toe that has not healed properly. The patient is presenting for follow-up care related to this unhealed fracture.

Apply this code when a patient with a previously diagnosed, unspecified physeal fracture of the left toe phalanx is seen for ongoing management of a documented nonunion. This includes visits for evaluation, treatment planning, or intervention for the nonunion.

• Requires documentation of a left toe phalanx physeal fracture and explicit mention of nonunion.
• The "K" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a fracture with nonunion.
• Ensure laterality (left toe) is clearly documented.