Oth fracture of left great toe, subs for fx w nonunion

This code signifies a fracture of the great toe on the left foot, excluding those specifically classified as displaced or nondisplaced. The key aspect of this diagnosis is that the fracture has failed to heal properly, resulting in a nonunion, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care related to this ongoing issue.

This code is appropriate for subsequent visits where a patient is being treated for a previously diagnosed left great toe fracture that has not united. This includes scenarios such as monitoring the nonunion, planning for or receiving further interventions (e.g., bone grafting, revision surgery), or managing complications directly related to the persistent nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and specifies the left great toe.
• Verify this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment for the fracture.
• Look for documentation of previous fracture treatment and ongoing management of healing complications.