Disp fx of body of left calcaneus, subs for fx w malunion

This code describes a specific type of calcaneal fracture involving the body of the left foot bone, where the bone fragments are not properly aligned. It indicates that the patient is in a subsequent phase of care for this fracture, and a complication of malunion (healing in an incorrect anatomical position) has occurred.

Use this code for patients presenting for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed displaced fracture of the body of the left calcaneus, specifically when documentation confirms that the fracture has healed, but in a misaligned or deformed position. This code is appropriate for ongoing management of the malunion, such as planning for corrective surgery or managing associated symptoms.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left" calcaneus and "body" of the calcaneus.
• Verify that the encounter is for a "subsequent encounter" and that "malunion" is explicitly documented as a complication.
• Do not use this code for initial treatment of the fracture or for nonunion (failure to heal).