Nondisp avuls fx tuberosity of r calcaneus, 7thG

This code describes a specific type of heel bone fracture where a small piece of bone has pulled away from the main bone due to ligament or tendon forces, but the bone fragments remain in their normal alignment. The patient is in a subsequent phase of care, and the fracture is not healing at the expected rate.

Use this code for a patient presenting for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed nondisplaced avulsion fracture of the right calcaneal tuberosity, where the physician documents delayed healing. This applies to situations such as cast changes, physical therapy, or re-evaluation of healing progress when the fracture is not uniting as anticipated.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "nondisplaced avulsion fracture" and "right calcaneus tuberosity."
• The "G" seventh character indicates subsequent encounter with delayed healing; confirm this status in the physician's notes.
• Do not use for initial treatment or for fractures healing normally.