2025 ICD-10-CM code S92.116K
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes - Injuries to the ankle and foot 19 Feed
Nondisplaced fracture of neck of unspecified talus, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion.
Medical necessity for the subsequent encounter is established by the presence of nonunion, which requires ongoing management and may necessitate further intervention.
In simple words: This code refers to a follow-up visit for a broken ankle bone that hasn't healed correctly. The break is in the neck of the talus, which is a part of the ankle joint.
Nondisplaced fracture of the neck of the talus (ankle bone), subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion. This code signifies a follow-up visit for a fracture that has not healed properly (nonunion).
Example 1: A patient initially presented with a nondisplaced fracture of the neck of the talus six weeks ago. Today, they return for a follow-up visit, and imaging reveals the fracture has not healed and shows signs of nonunion., A patient was diagnosed with a nondisplaced talar neck fracture two months prior. They present today with continued pain and instability. X-rays confirm nonunion of the fracture., A patient is seen in an outpatient clinic for ongoing pain and limited mobility following a nondisplaced talar neck fracture. Examination and imaging show the fracture site has not united, indicating nonunion.
Documentation should include the original date of injury, initial treatment provided, evidence of nonunion (e.g., imaging reports, physical examination findings), and the treatment plan for the nonunion.
- Specialties:Orthopedic Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine
- Place of Service:Office, On Campus-Outpatient Hospital, Off Campus-Outpatient Hospital, Inpatient Hospital