Nondisp fx of cuboid bone of unsp ft, subs for fx w malunion

This code describes a fracture of the cuboid bone in the foot that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical position. The "subsequent encounter for fracture with malunion" indicates that the patient is receiving care for a previously diagnosed cuboid fracture that has healed incorrectly, resulting in an anatomical deformity.

Use this code when a patient presents for follow-up care or treatment of a cuboid fracture that has healed in an unsatisfactory position, leading to malunion. This would apply to situations where the malunion is being monitored, or the patient is undergoing conservative or surgical management for the malunion itself.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" as the reason for the subsequent encounter.
• Verify the fracture is specifically of the cuboid bone and is nondisplaced.
• Confirm the laterality (unspecified foot) is appropriate if not documented.