Sltr-haris Type II physl fx low end unsp tibia, 7thG

This code signifies a specific growth plate injury, a Salter-Harris Type II fracture, affecting the lower end of the tibia in an unspecified leg. The "G" suffix indicates that the patient is in a subsequent encounter for this fracture, and healing is delayed beyond the expected timeframe. This implies ongoing medical management and monitoring due to the slower-than-anticipated healing process.

Apply this code for follow-up visits where a patient is receiving care for a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris Type II fracture of the distal tibia, and the physician's documentation clearly indicates delayed healing. This would include scenarios where the fracture has not united as expected, requiring continued immobilization, physical therapy, or further diagnostic imaging to assess healing progression.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "delayed healing" for this specific fracture site and type.
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care, not initial treatment, to justify the "G" suffix.
• Confirm the fracture is indeed Salter-Harris Type II and located at the lower end of the tibia.