Oth disp fx of seventh cervcal vert, subs for fx w nonunion

Other displaced fracture of seventh cervical vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture of the seventh cervical vertebra that is not in its anatomical alignment and has failed to heal after a previous treatment. The patient is currently receiving care for this ununited fracture.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing management of a previously treated, displaced C7 vertebral fracture that has not achieved bony union. Documentation should clearly state "nonunion" and specify the seventh cervical vertebra as the affected site.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation explicitly states "nonunion" and not just "delayed healing."
Verify the fracture is specifically of the seventh cervical vertebra (C7); do not use for other cervical levels.
This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter for the nonunion would use the initial encounter code for nonunion.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S12.690Other displaced fracture of seventh cervical vertebra

S12.690K(current)

Crosswalks

733.82ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S12Fracture of cervical vertebra and other parts of neck S12.0Fracture of first cervical vertebra S12.00Unspecified fracture of first cervical vertebra S12.000Unspecified displaced fracture of first cervical vertebra S12.000A