Disp fx of neck of right talus, subs for fx w malunion

This code signifies a previous fracture of the neck of the right talus that was displaced, and the patient is now presenting for care related to its healing with an imperfect alignment. Malunion indicates that the bone has healed, but in a position that is not anatomically correct, potentially leading to functional impairment or pain.

This code is appropriate for follow-up visits where a patient is being treated for complications arising from a malunited fracture of the right talar neck. This includes scenarios such as evaluation for corrective surgery, physical therapy for gait abnormalities due to the malunion, or management of chronic pain directly attributable to the imperfect healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the "right talus neck."
• Verify that this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment for the fracture.
• Distinguish from nonunion (failure to heal) or routine follow-up without mention of malunion.