Nondisp fx of intermediate cuneiform of left foot, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual condition resulting from a prior fracture of the intermediate cuneiform bone in the left foot. The original fracture was nondisplaced, meaning the bone fragments remained in their anatomical alignment. "Sequela" indicates that this code is used to report a late effect or complication of the initial injury, rather than the acute fracture itself.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing symptoms, complications, or conditions directly attributable to a previously sustained, nondisplaced intermediate cuneiform fracture of the left foot. This could include chronic pain, stiffness, deformity, or functional limitations that persist after the acute phase of healing. It is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing these long-term effects.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., chronic pain, osteoarthritis).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous nondisplaced intermediate cuneiform fracture.
• Verify the laterality (left foot) and the nondisplaced nature of the original fracture are consistent with the patient's history.