Fracture of condylar process of left mandible, 7thK

This code signifies a fracture of the condylar process of the left lower jawbone that has failed to heal properly after initial treatment. It indicates that the patient is receiving ongoing care for this nonunion, rather than initial treatment or routine follow-up for a successfully healing fracture.

Apply this code when documentation specifies a nonunion of a left mandibular condylar process fracture in a patient presenting for subsequent care. This includes scenarios such as surgical intervention for nonunion, prolonged immobilization, or ongoing medical management due to the lack of bone healing. Documentation should clearly state "nonunion" and specify the left side and condylar process.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "nonunion" for the fracture. If not specified, a different subsequent encounter code for routine healing should be considered.
• Verify laterality (left) and the specific anatomical site (condylar process) are clearly documented.
• Sequence this code as the primary diagnosis when the nonunion is the focus of the encounter.