Fracture of mandible, unsp, subs for fx w delay heal

This code signifies a fracture of the lower jawbone (mandible) where the specific location of the fracture is not documented. The patient is in a subsequent phase of care, and the fracture is not healing at the expected rate, requiring ongoing medical attention. This indicates a complication in the healing process of the mandibular fracture.

Use this code for patients presenting for follow-up care of a mandibular fracture that is exhibiting delayed union. Documentation should clearly state "delayed healing" or "delayed union" of an unspecified mandibular fracture. This code is appropriate when the initial treatment has been rendered, and the focus of the encounter is on managing the slow healing process.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "delayed healing" or "delayed union" for an unspecified mandibular fracture.
• Do not use for initial fracture treatment or for fractures healing normally.
• Requires a seventh character "G" for subsequent encounter with delayed healing; other seventh characters exist for routine healing or nonunion.