Sltr-haris Type III physeal fx left metatarsal, 7thK

This code signifies a specific growth plate fracture in the left foot, where the fracture line extends through the physis and epiphysis, but not the metaphysis. Importantly, this particular encounter is for a fracture that has failed to heal properly, indicating a nonunion.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters for a patient diagnosed with a Salter-Harris Type III fracture of the left metatarsal, specifically when the physician documents that the fracture has not united. This would include situations where surgical intervention for nonunion is being planned or performed, or during ongoing conservative management for a confirmed nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left" metatarsal and "Type III" Salter-Harris.
• The "K" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a fracture with nonunion; do not use for initial treatment or routine healing.
• Confirm physician documentation explicitly states "nonunion" of the fracture for accurate code assignment.