Nondisp bicondylar fx unsp tibia, 7thE

This code signifies a fracture involving both condyles of the tibia that has not shifted from its anatomical position. It specifically indicates that the initial injury was an open fracture (Type I or II) and the patient is now in a subsequent phase of care where the healing process is progressing normally.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters for patients with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced bicondylar open tibial fracture (Type I or II) that is healing without complications. This includes routine cast changes, wound checks, or physical therapy sessions during the expected healing period.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "bicondylar" for the tibia.
• Confirm the initial injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and the current encounter is for "routine healing."
• Always sequence this code after any definitive treatment codes for the current encounter.