Displ oth extrartic fx unsp calcaneus, 7thK

This code signifies a fracture of the calcaneus (heel bone) that is located outside of a joint, has shifted from its normal alignment, and the specific location on the calcaneus is not documented. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, and "nonunion" means the bone fragments have failed to heal together after a reasonable period.

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing treatment of a previously diagnosed, displaced extraarticular calcaneal fracture that has not united. This would include scenarios such as surgical intervention for nonunion, casting changes, or physical therapy specifically addressing the nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" for the fracture.
• Verify the fracture is extraarticular and displaced; if not, a different S92.05- subcategory may be more appropriate.
• Confirm this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment for the fracture.