Displ seg fx shaft of unsp tibia, 7thD

This code signifies a follow-up encounter for a patient who previously sustained a fracture in the middle section (shaft) of their tibia, where the bone broke into multiple pieces (segmental) and the broken ends were not properly aligned (displaced). At this subsequent visit, the fracture is healing as expected without complications, and the skin over the fracture site remains intact (closed).

Use this code for subsequent visits when a patient is receiving ongoing care for a displaced segmental tibia shaft fracture that was initially treated as a closed fracture and is now demonstrating routine healing. This applies to follow-up appointments, cast changes, or physical therapy sessions during the uncomplicated recovery phase.

• Ensure documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "routine healing" for a closed fracture.
• Verify the fracture location is the "shaft" and the type is "segmental" and "displaced."
• Do not use for initial treatment or if complications (e.g., nonunion, malunion, infection) are present.