Nondisp fx of lateral condyle of left tibia, init

This code describes a break in the outer bony prominence of the upper part of the left shin bone, where the bone fragments remain in their normal anatomical alignment. This injury is being treated for the first time, and the skin over the fracture site is intact.

Apply this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed fracture of the lateral condyle of the left tibia that is confirmed to be nondisplaced on imaging. This is appropriate for the initial treatment phase of a closed fracture, such as when a patient first seeks medical attention for the injury.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "nondisplaced" and identifies the "left tibia" and "lateral condyle."
• Confirm the encounter is for the "initial" treatment and the fracture is "closed."
• Do not use for subsequent encounters or for open fractures; different seventh characters or codes would apply.