Nondisp fx of lateral condyle of l tibia, 7thB

This code signifies a break in the outer portion of the top of the left shin bone that has not shifted out of alignment. The fracture is an open type I or II, meaning there is a wound communicating with the fracture site, but it is not severely contaminated or extensively damaged. This diagnosis is for the initial treatment phase of the injury.

Apply this code when documenting the initial encounter for a patient presenting with a non-displaced fracture of the lateral tibial condyle on the left leg, where the skin is broken and the fracture is classified as an open type I or II. This would be used for the acute care and initial management of the injury, such as in the emergency department or during the first surgical procedure.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "lateral condyle" of the left tibia.
• Confirm the open fracture type is explicitly stated as I or II; higher types (III) would use a different code.
• This "B" extension indicates an initial encounter for the open fracture, not subsequent care.