Unspecified fracture of left calcaneus, sequela

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

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with chronic pain, deformity, limited range of motion, or other persistent problems in the left heel that are a direct result of a past calcaneal fracture. This is used for follow-up encounters after the initial fracture has healed, but sequelae remain.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, malunion).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous calcaneal fracture.
• Avoid using this code for acute or active fracture treatment; it is exclusively for residual conditions.