Displaced fracture of body of unspecified calcaneus, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a previously sustained fracture of the main part of the heel bone (calcaneus) where the bone fragments were not properly aligned. The specific side (left or right) of the foot is not documented or is unknown. This sequela could manifest as chronic pain, deformity, limited range of motion, or other persistent issues related to the original injury.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition or complaint that is a direct result of a past, displaced fracture of the calcaneal body, and the laterality of the original injury is not specified. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing the chronic effects of such an injury, rather than the initial acute fracture.

• Requires a seventh character of 'S' to indicate sequela, meaning the patient is being seen for a complication or late effect of the original injury.
• Do not use for initial or subsequent encounters for the acute fracture itself; those would use different seventh characters (A, D, G, K, P, R).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previous displaced calcaneal body fracture of unspecified laterality.