Disp fx of r tibial spin, 7thJ

This code signifies a fracture of the right tibial spine that is displaced and has broken through the skin, classified as an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. The patient is currently in a phase of treatment where the fracture is not healing at the expected rate.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters for patients with a previously diagnosed displaced open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) of the right tibial spine who are experiencing delayed healing. It should be used when the patient is receiving ongoing care for this specific complication.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for this subsequent encounter.
• Verify the fracture is of the right tibial spine and is explicitly documented as displaced and an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Confirm this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment for the fracture.