Nondisp fx of ant pro of unsp calcaneus, 7thD

This code signifies a fracture of the anterior process of the calcaneus (heel bone) that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical alignment. The "D" seventh character indicates that the patient is in the healing phase and is receiving routine follow-up care for the fracture.

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced anterior calcaneal process fracture is undergoing routine follow-up, such as cast changes, physical therapy, or re-evaluation of healing progress. It should be used after the initial treatment of the fracture has been rendered.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "anterior process" of the calcaneus.
• The "D" seventh character is for routine healing; use other seventh characters for delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.
• This code requires a laterality specifier (left or right) if known; "unspecified" is used when laterality is not documented.