Nondisp avuls fx tuberosity of l calcaneus, 7thG

This code describes a specific type of foot fracture involving a small piece of bone (avulsion) pulled away from the tuberosity of the left heel bone (calcaneus), without significant displacement. It indicates that the patient is in a later stage of healing, but the fracture is not progressing as expected.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed left calcaneal avulsion fracture is experiencing delayed union. It signifies ongoing management for a fracture that is not healing within the anticipated timeframe.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for the left calcaneus tuberosity avulsion fracture.
• Verify the fracture is nondisplaced and located at the tuberosity of the calcaneus.
• Confirm this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment for the fracture.