Sltr-haris Type II physeal fracture of left metatarsal, 7thG

This code signifies a specific type of growth plate fracture (Salter-Harris Type II) affecting the metatarsal bones in the left foot. It indicates that the patient is in a later stage of care for this fracture, and the healing process is not progressing as expected.

Use this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris Type II fracture of the left metatarsal, and the physician documents delayed union or non-union. This applies to encounters where the initial treatment has already been rendered, and the focus is on managing the slow or stalled healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left" metatarsal and "delayed healing" for accurate code assignment.
• Verify that the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Do not use this code if the fracture is healing normally or if it's a different Salter-Harris type or location.