Nondisp fx of lateral condyle of l tibia, 7thP

This code describes a fracture of the outer part of the left shin bone, specifically the lateral condyle, where the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical position. The encounter is for follow-up care of this fracture, which has not healed correctly and has resulted in a malunion, and the skin over the fracture site remains intact.

Use this code for a patient presenting for ongoing management of a previously diagnosed nondisplaced lateral tibial condyle fracture on the left side. The key factor is the documentation of a malunion, indicating abnormal healing, and that the fracture was a closed type. This code is appropriate for subsequent visits after the initial treatment.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "lateral condyle of left tibia."
• Verify the encounter is for a "subsequent encounter" and that "malunion" is explicitly stated.
• Confirm the original fracture was a "closed fracture" (skin not broken).