Sltr-haris Type II physeal fx phalanx of unsp toe, 7thP

This code signifies a Salter-Harris Type II fracture affecting the growth plate (physis) of an unspecified toe phalanx, which is currently in a stage of malunion. Malunion indicates that the fracture has healed, but in an anatomically incorrect or misaligned position. This specific type of physeal fracture involves the physis and a portion of the metaphysis.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of an unspecified toe phalanx is now documented as having healed with malunion. This applies when the patient is receiving ongoing care, evaluation, or treatment for the consequences of this improperly healed fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and not "nonunion" or "delayed union."
• Verify the fracture is of an unspecified toe phalanx; if a specific toe is documented, a more precise code should be used.
• Confirm this is a "subsequent encounter" for the fracture, indicating ongoing care after the initial treatment.