Displ commnt fx shaft of r tibia, 7thN

This code signifies a complex, multi-fragmented break in the main part of the right shin bone that has shifted out of alignment. It specifically indicates that the fracture is an open injury (meaning the bone broke through the skin) of a severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and has failed to heal properly after initial treatment.

Apply this code when documenting ongoing care for a patient with a previously treated, displaced, comminuted open fracture of the right tibial shaft that has progressed to nonunion. This would include follow-up visits, surgical interventions for nonunion, or management of complications related to the unhealed fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced," "comminuted," and "open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC" of the right tibia shaft.
• Confirm the encounter is for subsequent care of the fracture, not initial treatment.
• Verify that the physician explicitly states "nonunion" or provides documentation supporting a lack of healing.