Type I occipital condyle fracture, left side, 7thD

This code signifies a fracture of the left occipital condyle, specifically a Type I injury, which is an impaction fracture without displacement or ligamentous injury. It indicates that the patient is in a subsequent phase of care, and the fracture is healing as expected without complications.

Apply this code when a patient with a previously diagnosed Type I fracture of the left occipital condyle presents for follow-up care, and imaging or clinical assessment confirms routine healing. Documentation should clearly state "subsequent encounter" and indicate the left side and Type I classification of the occipital condyle fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "Type I" and "left side" of the occipital condyle fracture.
• Confirm the encounter is for follow-up care during the healing phase, not initial treatment or treatment of complications.
• Distinguish from other occipital condyle fracture types (Type II, Type III) and laterality, as these have different codes.