Sltr-haris Type III physeal fx phalanx of left toe, 7thG

This code signifies a specific type of growth plate fracture (Salter-Harris Type III) affecting a toe bone in the left foot. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving ongoing care for this fracture, and "delayed healing" specifies that the bone is not mending at the expected rate.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris Type III fracture of a left toe phalanx. This is appropriate when imaging or clinical assessment confirms the fracture is not progressing to union within the typical timeframe for this injury. It would be used for subsequent office visits, cast changes, or physical therapy sessions related to the ongoing management of the slowly healing fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies the left toe and the Salter-Harris Type III classification.
• Verify that the encounter is for ongoing care of the fracture, not the initial injury.
• Confirm that the provider's notes explicitly state or imply delayed healing to justify the "G" seventh character.