Nondisp oblique fracture of shaft of unsp tibia, sequela

This code signifies a healed or healing oblique fracture of the tibial shaft that was not displaced at the time of injury, and is now presenting with a complication or residual effect. An oblique fracture runs diagonally across the bone, and the "sequela" indicates a late effect of the original injury.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing issues directly related to a previously sustained, nondisplaced oblique tibial shaft fracture. Examples include chronic pain, malunion, nonunion, or functional limitations after the initial healing phase. This code is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing these long-term consequences.

• Always code the acute fracture first if the patient is still in the active treatment phase for the initial injury.
• Utilize this sequela code for conditions arising after the initial healing period, even if the fracture is radiographically healed.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current complaint or condition to the specified prior fracture.