Age-rel osteopor w crnt path fx, r low leg, 7thK

This code signifies an age-related osteoporotic fracture of the right lower leg (tibia, fibula, or ankle) that has failed to heal properly (nonunion). The patient is in a subsequent phase of treatment for this specific fracture.

Apply this code when a patient with age-related osteoporosis presents for follow-up care of a right lower leg fracture that has been diagnosed as a nonunion. Documentation should clearly state "nonunion" and specify the right lower leg as the fracture site, confirming its osteoporotic origin and the subsequent encounter status.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "nonunion" and not just delayed healing.
• Verify the laterality (right) and the specific bone(s) of the lower leg involved.
• This "K" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a nonunion; do not confuse with "P" for malunion or "D" for routine healing.