Fx coronoid process of mandible, unspecified side, 7thG

This code signifies a broken coronoid process of the lower jaw, where the patient is presenting for follow-up care and the fracture is not healing at the expected rate. It indicates that the initial treatment has occurred, but the bone union is progressing slower than anticipated.

Apply this code for patients presenting for ongoing management of a coronoid process fracture that has not yet healed, and documentation explicitly states "delayed healing." This is appropriate for subsequent visits after the initial treatment, when the physician notes the fracture is taking longer than expected to unite.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for the coronoid process fracture.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures healing normally.
• Verify laterality (unspecified in this code) if documented; specific laterality codes exist.