Nondisp fx of unsp tibial tuberosity, 7thB

This code describes a fracture of the tibial tuberosity, which is the prominent bump on the front of the tibia just below the knee. Specifically, it indicates that the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical alignment (nondisplaced) and the fracture is open, meaning the skin and soft tissues have been broken, exposing the bone to the outside environment. The "type I or II" classification refers to the severity of the open wound according to the Gustilo-Anderson classification system.

Use this code for initial encounters when documenting a newly diagnosed nondisplaced open fracture of the tibial tuberosity, where the specific tuberosity (e.g., medial or lateral) is not documented. This applies to cases where the open wound is relatively small and clean (Type I) or has moderate soft tissue damage (Type II).

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "open fracture type I or II" for the tibial tuberosity.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for the fracture treatment. Subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.
• If the specific tuberosity (medial or lateral) is documented, a more specific code should be used.