Torus fx lower end of unsp tibia, subs for fx w delay heal

This code signifies a buckle or torus fracture affecting the distal portion of the tibia, where the bone cortex has buckled but not completely broken. This specific code is used when the patient is presenting for follow-up care, and the fracture is not healing at the expected rate.

Apply this code for a patient returning for an office visit or hospital encounter related to a previously diagnosed torus fracture of the lower tibia that is exhibiting delayed healing. This would include scenarios where imaging shows incomplete callus formation or persistent pain beyond the typical healing timeframe for this type of fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for the specified fracture.
• Verify the fracture location is the lower end of the tibia and the type is torus.
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter would use a different seventh character.