Displ oblique fx shaft of r tibia, 7thK

This code signifies a right tibia shaft fracture that runs obliquely, where the bone fragments are no longer in proper alignment. It specifically indicates that the patient is in a later stage of treatment for this fracture, and the bone has failed to heal properly despite the fracture being closed (skin intact).

Use this code for follow-up encounters with a patient who has a previously diagnosed displaced oblique fracture of the right tibia shaft, and imaging or clinical assessment confirms that the fracture has not united. This applies when the initial treatment for the closed fracture has been unsuccessful in achieving bone healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" for the right tibia shaft fracture.
• Verify the fracture type is "oblique" and "displaced" to support this specific code.
• Confirm this is a "subsequent encounter" and the fracture was initially "closed."