Unspecified physeal fracture of right metatarsal, 7thD

This code signifies a follow-up visit for a fracture involving the growth plate (physis) of an unspecified metatarsal bone in the right foot. At this stage, the fracture is healing as expected without complications. The specific metatarsal involved was not documented at the initial encounter or is not yet definitively identified.

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed, unspecified right metatarsal physeal fracture is seen for routine follow-up. This includes appointments for cast changes, progress checks, or removal of immobilization devices, assuming the healing process is progressing normally. It should be used when the initial injury was coded with an unspecified metatarsal and the healing is routine.

• Ensure documentation confirms routine healing and the encounter is not for initial treatment or a complication.
• Verify that the laterality (right foot) is clearly documented.
• If the specific metatarsal (e.g., first, second) is identified during a subsequent encounter, a more specific code should be used.