Displaced intraarticular fracture of unsp calcaneus, sequela

This code describes a long-term complication or late effect stemming from a displaced fracture within the joint surface of the heel bone, where the specific calcaneus (left or right) is not documented. It indicates that the patient is experiencing ongoing issues directly attributable to a previously sustained intraarticular calcaneal fracture that was displaced.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with residual symptoms or conditions, such as chronic pain, arthritis, or functional limitations, directly resulting from a past displaced intraarticular calcaneal fracture. This code is appropriate when the initial fracture has healed, but its lasting effects are being treated or evaluated, and the laterality of the original injury is not specified.

• Always sequence this "sequela" code after the code for the specific residual condition being treated (e.g., M19.07_ for post-traumatic arthritis).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previous displaced intraarticular calcaneal fracture.
• Avoid using this code for acute or subacute fractures; it is exclusively for late effects.