Nondisp fx of 4th metatarsal bone, unsp ft, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture of the fourth metatarsal bone that is not displaced from its normal anatomical position. The injury is located in an unspecified foot, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care due to the fracture healing slower than expected.

Apply this code when a patient with a previously diagnosed, nondisplaced fourth metatarsal fracture of an unspecified foot is seen for an encounter where the fracture is exhibiting delayed union. This would typically be documented by the physician as delayed healing or non-progression of healing at an expected rate.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "delayed healing" for the fracture.
• Verify the fracture is specifically of the fourth metatarsal and is nondisplaced.
• Confirm this is a subsequent encounter for the fracture, not the initial treatment.