Nondisplaced avulsion fracture of left ischium, sequela

This code signifies a past avulsion fracture of the left ischium that was nondisplaced at the time of injury. An avulsion fracture occurs when a tendon or ligament pulls a small piece of bone away from the main bone. The "sequela" designation indicates that this code is used for conditions that are residual effects or complications of the original injury, even after the acute phase has passed.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with long-term symptoms or complications directly attributable to a previously sustained, nondisplaced avulsion fracture of the left ischium. This could include chronic pain, functional limitations, or other ongoing issues related to the healed or healing fracture site. It is appropriate for follow-up encounters after the initial treatment of the acute fracture.

• Always use a seventh character "S" for sequela when the patient is being seen for a complication or residual effect of the fracture.
• Do not use this code for the initial encounter or subsequent encounters during the active healing phase of the fracture.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous left ischial avulsion fracture.