Stress fracture, other site, sequela

This code signifies a stress fracture occurring in an anatomical location other than those specifically classified, where the fracture is a residual effect or complication of a previous injury or condition. It indicates that the acute phase of the stress fracture has passed, and the current encounter addresses a long-term consequence.

Use this code when a patient presents with a chronic or residual issue directly attributable to a previously sustained stress fracture in an unspecified or "other" anatomical site. Documentation should clearly state that the stress fracture is no longer acute and that the current symptoms or condition are a sequela.

• Always sequence this code after the code describing the specific sequela being treated (e.g., chronic pain, nonunion).
• Ensure documentation specifies "sequela" or "late effect" to support its use, rather than an acute or initial injury.
• Avoid using this code for acute stress fractures; instead, use the appropriate acute stress fracture code for the specific site.