Fx condylar process of mandible, unspecified side, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture of the condylar process of the mandible, the upper most part of the lower jawbone that articulates with the skull, where the specific side (left or right) is not documented. The "G" seventh character indicates that the patient is in a subsequent phase of care for this fracture, and the healing process is progressing slower than expected.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed condylar process fracture, and the provider's documentation explicitly states "delayed healing" or similar terminology indicating a slower-than-normal recovery. This code is appropriate for encounters involving cast changes, medication adjustments for healing, or monitoring of the fracture site during the delayed healing phase.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for the condylar process fracture; otherwise, a different seventh character may be appropriate.
• Do not use this code for initial encounters or for fractures that are healing normally.
• Laterality (left or right) must be unspecified in the documentation to use this code; if specified, a more precise code should be selected.