Oth fx low end l tibia, 7thE

This code describes a fracture of the lower portion of the left tibia, excluding the malleoli, that was initially an open fracture classified as Type I or Type II. The patient is currently in a subsequent phase of treatment, and the fracture is healing routinely without complications.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters for patients recovering from an open fracture of the distal left tibia (excluding ankle fractures) that was initially classified as Gustilo-Anderson Type I or II. It signifies that the healing process is progressing as expected. Use this code when the patient is receiving ongoing care such as cast changes, physical therapy, or wound checks, and the fracture is not experiencing delayed union, nonunion, or malunion.

• Ensure the initial injury was an open fracture of the distal tibia, specifically Type I or II.
• Verify that the encounter is subsequent to the initial treatment and that healing is routine.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures with healing complications (e.g., nonunion, delayed union).