Nondisp intartic fx l calcaneus, subs for fx w delay heal

This code signifies a fracture within the joint space of the left heel bone (calcaneus) that has not shifted from its normal position. The patient is in a follow-up period where the fracture is not healing as quickly as expected, indicating delayed union.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's visit for ongoing management of a left calcaneal intraarticular fracture that is demonstrating delayed healing. This is appropriate for subsequent encounters after the initial treatment, where the focus is on monitoring and addressing the slow healing process.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left" calcaneus and "nondisplaced" intraarticular fracture.
• The "G" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter with delayed healing; do not use for initial treatment or routine healing.
• Always review the medical record for explicit mention of delayed healing to support this specific seventh character.