Disp fx of lateral condyle of l tibia, 7thK

This code signifies a fracture of the outer bony prominence of the left shin bone, specifically where it articulates with the thigh bone, that is no longer in its proper anatomical alignment. The fracture has failed to heal correctly, resulting in a nonunion, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care while the skin over the fracture remains intact.

This code is appropriate for documenting ongoing treatment of a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced lateral tibial condyle fracture that has not united. It should be used when the patient is seen for complications related to the nonunion, such as pain management, assessment for surgical intervention, or monitoring of healing progress, and the fracture is not exposed to the external environment.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonunion" and "displaced" for the lateral condyle of the left tibia.
• Verify the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is "closed" (skin intact) to avoid using codes for open fractures.