Unsp fx low end unsp tibia, 7thF

Unspecified fracture of lower end of unspecified tibia, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a follow-up encounter for an unspecific fracture of the lower part of the tibia, where the initial injury was an open fracture classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. At this stage, the fracture is progressing with expected, routine healing.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for patients presenting for routine follow-up care of a previously diagnosed open lower tibia fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that is healing without complications. This applies when the specific location of the fracture on the lower tibia was not documented or is unknown.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "subsequent encounter" and "routine healing."
Verify the original fracture was an open Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
Only use this code when the specific lower end of the tibia fracture site is not specified.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S82.309Unspecified fracture of lower end of unspecified tibia

S82.309F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.16ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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