Oth fracture of left pubis, subs for fx w delay heal

This code indicates a fracture of the left pubic bone, which is part of the pelvis, that is not further specified as a particular type of fracture (e.g., ramus, body). The "subsequent encounter" designation means the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, and the "delayed healing" component signifies that the fracture is not healing at the expected rate.

Use this code for patients presenting for ongoing medical management, physical therapy, or imaging studies related to a previously diagnosed, unspecified fracture of the left pubis. This applies when the physician explicitly documents that the fracture healing process is prolonged beyond the typical timeframe.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left" pubis and indicates a "subsequent encounter" for the fracture.
• Look for physician notes explicitly stating "delayed healing," "non-union," or "slow healing" in relation to the pubic fracture.
• Do not use for initial treatment of the fracture; a different code would apply for the initial encounter.