Nondisp fx of lateral condyle of l tibia, 7thK

This code describes a situation where the outer bony prominence at the top of the left shin bone has a break that is not out of alignment. This specific encounter is for ongoing management of a previously diagnosed closed fracture that has failed to heal properly, resulting in a nonunion.

This code is used when a patient presents for follow-up care of a left tibial lateral condyle fracture that was initially closed and nondisplaced, but imaging or clinical assessment now confirms a nonunion. This would apply to visits for continued treatment, such as cast changes, physical therapy, or surgical planning for the nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left tibia," "lateral condyle," "nondisplaced," and "closed fracture with nonunion" for accurate code assignment.
• Verify this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Always sequence this code after any codes for complications or specific treatments related to the nonunion.