Unspecified physeal fracture of right metatarsal, 7thK

This code signifies a fracture of the growth plate (physis) in the right metatarsal bone, where the specific metatarsal involved is not documented. The encounter is for ongoing management of this fracture, specifically because it has failed to heal properly (nonunion). This indicates a complication in the healing process requiring continued medical attention.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed, unspecified physeal fracture of the right metatarsal presents with evidence of nonunion. This would typically be used after initial treatment has been rendered and the fracture has not progressed to healing as expected. It is also applicable when surgical intervention or other advanced treatments are being considered or performed to address the nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and specifies the right metatarsal, even if the exact metatarsal is not identified.
• Verify that this is a subsequent encounter, not an initial treatment for the fracture.
• Do not use if the specific metatarsal (e.g., first, second) is documented; instead, choose a more specific code.