Path fracture in neoplastic disease, right fibula, init

This code signifies a bone fracture of the right fibula that occurred due to an underlying neoplastic (cancerous) process, rather than significant trauma. The bone was weakened by the presence of a tumor, leading to a break with minimal or no force. This specific code is used for the initial treatment of this fracture.

This code is appropriate when documentation clearly states a pathological fracture of the right fibula caused by metastatic disease or a primary bone tumor. It should be used for the first encounter where the fracture is evaluated and/or treated. Supporting documentation includes imaging reports confirming the fracture and a pathology report or clinical notes indicating the neoplastic etiology.

• Always sequence the underlying neoplasm code first, followed by this pathological fracture code.
• Ensure the laterality (right fibula) is explicitly documented.
• Verify the encounter type (initial, subsequent, or sequela) to select the correct 7th character.