S92412G - Displaced fracture of the big toe bone (subsequent encounter for delayed healing)
International Classification of Diseases
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ICD-10 (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision) codes are used to classify and code all diagnoses, symptoms, and procedures recorded in association with hospital care. These codes provide a standardized way to track health conditions and their treatment outcomes.
Detailed Description
This code represents a subsequent encounter for a displaced fracture of the proximal phalanx (the bone closest to the foot) of the left great toe (big toe) with delayed healing. A displaced fracture means the bone pieces are not properly aligned. The '7th G' indicates this is a follow-up visit specifically because the fracture is taking longer than expected to heal properly.
Additional Information
This is specifically a subsequent encounter code used when a previously treated fracture is not healing as expected. The original injury would have been coded differently.
Category
Injury and Trauma - Fractures
Medical Specialty
Orthopedics, Podiatry, Emergency Medicine
Expected Costs
Your actual cost will depend on your insurance coverage, provider location, and specific circumstances.
What's Required Before This
- Previous diagnosis and treatment of the same fracture
- Evidence of delayed healing on imaging or clinical examination
What to Expect After
- Continued monitoring of healing progress
- Possible imaging studies
- Physical therapy evaluation
- Assessment for complications
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