Disp fx of lateral condyle of left tibia, init for clos fx

This diagnosis code signifies a break in the outer bony prominence of the upper part of the left shin bone, specifically where it articulates with the thigh bone. The fractured bone fragments are not in their anatomical alignment, and this code is used for the initial treatment of a closed injury, meaning the skin over the fracture is intact.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial encounter for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced fracture of the lateral tibial condyle on the left side. This would include scenarios such as emergency department visits, initial orthopedic consultations, or inpatient admissions for definitive treatment of the acute injury.

• Verify laterality (left) and the specific anatomical site (lateral condyle of tibia).
• Confirm the fracture is displaced and that the skin is not broken (closed fracture).
• Ensure this is the initial encounter for treatment; subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.