Radiology Coding Alert

Question: What is the most appropriate diagnosis code for Jones fracture? What are the possible options we have for this diagnosis?

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Answer: Before you can pick up the right code for Jones fracture, confirm if the fracture was displaced or nondisplaced and check if it was in the right or left foot.

Look at the following ICD-10 codes for Jones fracture:

• S92.351-, Displaced fracture of fifth metatarsal bone, right foot
• S92.352-, Displaced fracture of fifth metatarsal bone, left foot
• S92.353-, Displaced fracture of fifth metatarsal bone, unspecified foot
• S92.354-, Nondisplaced fracture of fifth metatarsal bone, right foot
• S92.355-, Nondisplaced fracture of fifth metatarsal bone, left foot
• S92.356-, Nondisplaced fracture of fifth metatarsal bone, unspecified foot.

Seventh character: The seventh character is chosen based on the encounter, such as A (Initial encounter for closed fracture).

What is Jones fracture? A Jones fracture is a fracture of the fifth metatarsal of the foot. The fifth metatarsal is the bone that runs from the midfoot to the base of the small toe. Diagnostic imaging may include X-ray, CT, or bone scan.

This fracture is difficult to heal, and treatment often requires immobilization and protection from weight (crutches). The fracture also may require surgery.