Disp fx of ant pro of r calcaneus, subs for fx w delay heal

Displaced fracture of anterior process of right calcaneus, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture of the front part of the right heel bone that is no longer in its proper anatomical alignment. The patient is currently undergoing treatment for this fracture, but the healing process is taking longer than expected.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced anterior calcaneal fracture of the right foot is presenting for ongoing management due to delayed union. This includes situations where the fracture site is not showing expected signs of healing within the typical timeframe.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for this subsequent encounter.
Verify the fracture is indeed of the anterior process and on the right side.
Distinguish from nonunion (S92.021K) or routine healing (S92.021D) for subsequent encounters.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S92.021Displaced fracture of anterior process of right calcaneus

S92.021G(current)

Crosswalks

V54.16ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S92Fracture of foot and toe, except ankle S92.0Fracture of calcaneus S92.00Unspecified fracture of calcaneus S92.001Unspecified fracture of right calcaneus S92.001AUnsp fracture of right calcaneus, init for clos fx