Other fracture of right foot, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture of the right foot, excluding the ankle and toes, that is not healing at the expected rate. It indicates that the patient is receiving ongoing care for this specific fracture, and the healing process is prolonged.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for a right foot fracture (excluding ankle and toe fractures) and the physician documents delayed union or non-union. It should be used when the fracture has not healed within the typical timeframe and further medical intervention or monitoring is required.

• Always ensure physician documentation explicitly states "delayed healing" or "non-union" for the right foot fracture.
• Verify the encounter is subsequent to the initial fracture treatment.
• Do not use for initial fracture care or for fractures of the ankle or toes.