Path fx in neopltc dis, l tibia, subs for fx w routn heal

This code signifies a fracture of the left tibia that occurred due to an underlying neoplastic (cancerous) process, rather than trauma. The patient is in a subsequent phase of care, and the fracture is healing as expected without complications.

Apply this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing treatment for a left tibial fracture caused by cancer, and the physician documents routine healing. This is appropriate after the initial treatment phase, but before the fracture is fully healed. Documentation should clearly state "pathological fracture," "neoplastic disease," "left tibia," and indicate routine healing during a subsequent visit.

• Ensure documentation specifies the laterality (left) and the bone involved (tibia).
• Always sequence the underlying neoplasm code first, followed by this pathological fracture code.
• Verify the encounter type; the "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter with routine healing.