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

This code signifies a fracture of the pubis, not otherwise specified, that is currently in the healing phase but is experiencing a delay. It indicates that the patient has been seen previously for this injury and the healing process is not progressing as expected.

Use this code for follow-up encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed pubic fracture presents with evidence of delayed healing. This applies when the fracture is not healing within the expected timeframe for the specific bone and patient factors.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" and specifies the pubic bone.
• This code requires a seventh character "G" for subsequent encounter with delayed healing.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for nonunion/malunion, which have separate codes.