Sltr-haris Type III physeal fx unspecified calcaneus, 7thD

This code signifies a Salter-Harris Type III fracture affecting the growth plate of the heel bone (calcaneus) in an unspecified location. The "subsequent encounter" indicates that this code is used during follow-up visits when the fracture is healing routinely.

Apply this code for follow-up appointments where a patient is being monitored for a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris Type III physeal fracture of the calcaneus, and the healing process is progressing as expected without complications. This would be used after the initial treatment and before the fracture is fully healed.

• Ensure documentation specifies a Salter-Harris Type III fracture and involves the calcaneus.
• Verify the encounter is for subsequent care during routine healing, not initial treatment or delayed/nonunion.
• Confirm the laterality of the calcaneus is not specified in the medical record.