Nondisp avuls fx tuberosity of r calcaneus, 7thD

This code describes a follow-up visit for a patient who sustained a fracture where a small piece of bone was pulled away from the tuberosity of the right heel bone, but the bone fragments remain in their normal anatomical position. At this encounter, the fracture is healing as expected without complications.

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced avulsion fracture of the right calcaneal tuberosity is seen for routine follow-up, cast changes, or physical therapy during the healing phase. It signifies that the fracture is progressing toward recovery without any setbacks.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "avulsion fracture" of the right calcaneal tuberosity.
• Confirm the encounter is for routine healing, not for delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.
• Always pair with an external cause code if the cause of the injury is known and documented.