Unspecified fracture of right calcaneus, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from an unspecified fracture of the right calcaneus (heel bone). It indicates that the acute phase of the fracture has passed, and the patient is now experiencing ongoing issues directly attributable to the original injury.

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient presents with a current problem or condition that is a direct result of a previously sustained, unspecified right calcaneus fracture. Examples include chronic pain, nonunion, malunion, or functional limitations that persist after the initial healing period.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, osteoarthritis).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior right calcaneus fracture.
• Do not use for acute or initial treatment of a calcaneus fracture; those require acute fracture codes.