Nondisp fx of 3rd metatarsal bone, l ft, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture of the third metatarsal bone in the left foot that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments remain in their normal alignment. The patient is in a later stage of care for this injury, and the healing process is progressing slower than expected.

This code is appropriate for follow-up visits where a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced left third metatarsal fracture is being monitored for delayed healing. This includes scenarios where imaging shows incomplete callus formation or persistent pain beyond the typical healing timeframe for this type of injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nondisplaced" and specifies the "third metatarsal" of the "left foot."
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care and not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Confirm that the physician's notes explicitly indicate "delayed healing" or provide clinical evidence supporting this status.