Other fracture of left foot, 7thK

This code signifies a fracture in the left foot, excluding the ankle, metatarsals, and phalanges, that has failed to heal properly. The patient is currently receiving care for this nonunion, indicating ongoing management of the unhealed fracture.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up treatment of a previously diagnosed left foot fracture (excluding ankle, metatarsal, and phalangeal fractures) that has been documented as a nonunion. This would include scenarios such as surgical intervention for nonunion, casting/bracing for nonunion, or ongoing medical management.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left foot" and excludes specific ankle, metatarsal, or phalangeal fractures.
• Verify that the encounter is for the subsequent treatment of the nonunion, not the initial injury or a routine follow-up for a healed fracture.
• Always confirm the "K" seventh character for subsequent encounter with nonunion is supported by the medical record.