Disp fx of l tibial tuberosity, 7thJ

This code signifies a fracture of the left tibial tuberosity that is out of alignment, specifically an open fracture classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. The patient is currently in a phase of treatment where the fracture is not healing at the expected rate.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters for patients with a previously diagnosed displaced open fracture of the left tibial tuberosity that is experiencing delayed healing. It should be used when the initial treatment has been rendered and the focus of the encounter is on managing the delayed union of the fracture.

• Requires an external cause code to fully describe the injury.
• Confirm the open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) is documented.
• Ensure "delayed healing" or "delayed union" is explicitly stated in the medical record.