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

This code describes a specific type of growth plate fracture (Salter-Harris Type III) affecting one of the long bones in the midfoot (metatarsal) on the left side. The fracture is currently in a healing phase, but the bone fragments have united in an anatomically incorrect position, leading to malunion.

This code is used when a patient is receiving ongoing treatment for a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris Type III fracture of the left metatarsal, and imaging or clinical assessment confirms that the fracture has healed, but with an unacceptable alignment. This would apply to follow-up visits, physical therapy, or surgical correction of the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left" metatarsal and "Salter-Harris Type III."
• Confirm the encounter is for a "subsequent encounter" and that "malunion" is explicitly documented.
• Do not use this code for initial treatment of the fracture or for nonunion.