Disp fx of fourth metatarsal bone, right foot, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect stemming from a previously sustained fracture of the fourth metatarsal bone in the right foot, where the bone fragments were not properly aligned. It indicates that the patient is currently experiencing residual issues directly attributable to that past displaced fracture.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with chronic pain, deformity, nonunion, malunion, or other persistent problems in the right foot that are a direct consequence of a prior displaced fourth metatarsal fracture. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters occurring long after the initial injury has healed, but its effects continue to impact the patient.

• Requires a seventh character "S" to indicate sequela, meaning the current condition is a late effect of the original injury.
• Always sequence this code after the code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, malunion) if applicable.
• Do not use for initial treatment or active healing phases of a fracture; reserve for complications arising after the acute phase.