Nondisp bicondylar fx l tibia, 7thF

Nondisplaced bicondylar fracture of left tibia, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a fracture involving both condyles of the left tibia that has not shifted from its original position. It specifically indicates that the fracture was an open fracture, classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and is currently healing routinely during a follow-up visit.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced bicondylar open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) of the left tibia is receiving ongoing care and the fracture is progressing as expected. This applies to follow-up appointments where the focus is on routine healing and management.

💡Coding Tips

Confirm the fracture is specifically bicondylar and nondisplaced.
Verify the initial open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) was documented.
Ensure the encounter is for routine healing and not for complications or delayed healing.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S82.145Nondisplaced bicondylar fracture of left tibia

S82.145F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.16ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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