Pathological fracture, right fibula, init for fx

This code signifies a fracture of the right fibula that occurred due to an underlying disease process, rather than significant trauma. It indicates that the patient is in the active treatment phase for this specific fracture. The bone's structural integrity was compromised, leading to the fracture.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a pathological fracture of the right fibula. This is appropriate for the initial encounter where the patient is receiving active treatment, such as surgical repair, casting, or initial evaluation. Supporting documentation should identify the right fibula as the affected bone and confirm the pathological nature of the fracture.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "pathological fracture" and not just a "stress fracture" or "traumatic fracture."
• Verify the laterality is "right" and the bone is the "fibula."
• This "A" seventh character indicates the initial encounter for active treatment; select subsequent or sequela characters for later visits.