Oth fx low end l tibia, 7thF

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

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture of the lower portion of the left shin bone, specifically an open fracture (where the bone broke through the skin) classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. The patient is currently in a phase of routine healing following the initial injury and treatment.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed severe open fracture of the distal left tibia is progressing as expected. It indicates that the fracture is mending without complications, such as delayed union or nonunion.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies the left tibia and an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
Verify the encounter is for a subsequent visit and not the initial treatment.
Confirm that the healing process is described as "routine" or "normal" to differentiate from delayed or nonunion.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S82.392Other fracture of lower end of left tibia

S82.392F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.16ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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