Fx unsp metatarsal bone(s), l foot, subs for fx w routn heal

This code signifies a patient's follow-up visit for a previously diagnosed fracture of an unknown metatarsal bone in the left foot. At this stage, the fracture is healing as expected without complications. This indicates the patient is progressing through the normal recovery phase.

Apply this code for subsequent encounters where a patient is receiving routine follow-up care for a left metatarsal fracture, and the physician documents normal healing. This is appropriate when there are no signs of delayed healing, nonunion, or other complications. It would be used for cast changes, routine X-rays showing callus formation, or physical therapy evaluations during the routine healing period.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left foot" and "unspecified metatarsal bone(s)."
• Confirm the encounter is for routine follow-up during the healing phase, not initial treatment or treatment of complications.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for routine healing.