Disp fx of neck of left talus, subs for fx w delay heal

This code signifies a fracture of the neck of the left talus bone that is no longer in its proper anatomical alignment. The patient is currently in a phase of treatment where the fracture is not healing at the expected rate, indicating a complication in the recovery process.

Apply this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for a displaced fracture of the left talar neck and the physician documents delayed union or non-union. This is appropriate when the initial treatment has been rendered and the focus is now on managing the slow or stalled healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "displaced" and specifies the "left talus" and "neck" of the talus.
• The "G" seventh character indicates subsequent care for a fracture with delayed healing; do not use for initial treatment or routine follow-up without delayed healing.
• Always review the physician's notes for explicit mention of delayed healing or non-union to justify the use of this specific seventh character.