Disp fx of lateral cuneiform of unsp ft, 7thK

This code signifies a break in the lateral cuneiform bone, located in the midfoot, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically indicates that the patient is in a later stage of care for this fracture, and the bone has failed to heal properly.

Use this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed displaced lateral cuneiform fracture, and imaging or clinical assessment confirms that the bone has not united. This typically applies to situations where the initial treatment has failed to achieve bone healing, and further intervention or management of the nonunion is being considered or performed.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and specifies "displaced" for the fracture.
• Verify the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is of the lateral cuneiform and not another tarsal bone.