Sltr-haris Type IV physeal fx unspecified calcaneus, 7thG

This code signifies a specific type of growth plate fracture (Salter-Harris Type IV) affecting the heel bone (calcaneus) in an unspecified location. The "subsequent encounter" indicates that the patient is receiving ongoing care for this fracture, and "delayed healing" specifies that the bone is not mending at the expected rate.

This code is appropriate for follow-up visits where a patient with a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris Type IV calcaneal fracture is being monitored for healing progress, and the clinician notes that the healing is slower than anticipated. It would be used for encounters such as cast changes, follow-up X-rays, or physical therapy sessions when delayed healing is documented.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for the calcaneal fracture.
• Verify that the fracture is indeed a Salter-Harris Type IV and not another type.
• Confirm this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment for the fracture.