Sltr-haris Type II physeal fx right metatarsal, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect stemming from a Salter-Harris Type II fracture that previously affected the growth plate of a metatarsal bone in the right foot. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but residual issues related to that fracture are now being addressed. These sequelae could include growth disturbances, angular deformities, or chronic pain.

Utilize this code when documenting conditions that are a direct consequence of a healed Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of the right metatarsal. This applies to patient encounters where the current problem is not the acute fracture itself, but rather a persistent or newly manifested issue resulting from the original injury. Examples include follow-up for limb length discrepancy or malunion attributed to the past fracture.

• Always assign this sequela code after the code describing the specific sequela (e.g., M21.00 for valgus deformity, not otherwise classified).
• Do not use this code for the initial acute fracture; it is exclusively for late effects.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous Salter-Harris Type II fracture of the right metatarsal.