Nondisp fx of post column of unsp acetab, 7thD

This code signifies a fracture of the posterior column of the acetabulum (the socket of the hip joint) that is not displaced. The fracture is located in the ilioischial portion of the acetabulum. This specific code is used when the patient is in the healing phase of the fracture and the healing is progressing routinely.

Apply this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is being monitored for a previously diagnosed nondisplaced posterior column acetabular fracture. This is appropriate when the fracture is healing as expected without complications. It would be used after the initial treatment phase, during the period of routine follow-up.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "posterior column [ilioischial]" of the acetabulum.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for routine healing; do not use for initial treatment or delayed/nonunion healing.
• Laterality (left or right) is unspecified in this particular code; if known, a more specific code should be sought.