Nondisp fx of first metatarsal bone, left foot, sequela

This code signifies a healed or chronic condition resulting from a fracture of the first metatarsal bone in the left foot, where the bone fragments were not displaced at the time of the original injury. It indicates that the patient is experiencing ongoing issues or complications directly attributable to this past fracture.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with long-term pain, stiffness, deformity, nonunion, malunion, or other residual effects directly related to a previously sustained, nondisplaced fracture of the left first metatarsal. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters occurring after the initial healing phase of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current symptoms or condition to the historical nondisplaced first metatarsal fracture.
• This "S" seventh character (sequela) is used for complications or conditions arising as a direct result of a previous injury, after the acute phase has passed.
• Do not use this code for the initial treatment of the fracture; instead, use the appropriate acute fracture code.