Other physeal fracture of phalanx of right toe, 7thK

This code signifies a fracture of the growth plate (physis) in a phalanx bone of the right foot, excluding the great toe, that has failed to heal properly. The patient is receiving ongoing treatment for this ununited fracture.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's follow-up visit for a right toe phalanx physeal fracture (not the great toe) that has been previously diagnosed and is now complicated by nonunion. This indicates continued management of the fracture due to its failure to mend.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonunion" and the "subsequent encounter" for ongoing care.
• Verify the fracture location is a phalanx of the right toe, excluding the great toe (hallux).
• Always sequence this code after the primary reason for the encounter, if applicable.