Displ transverse fx shaft of r fibula, 7thR

This code signifies a previously sustained fracture of the shaft of the right fibula, specifically a transverse break that was displaced and involved an open wound of severe nature (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC). The current encounter addresses the complication of malunion, meaning the bone has healed in an incorrect or deformed position.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care, treatment, or evaluation of a malunion resulting from a prior open transverse fracture of the right fibula shaft. This is appropriate when the initial injury was classified as an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the fracture has now healed improperly.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" as the complication being addressed.
• Verify the laterality (right fibula) and the specific fracture type (transverse shaft) are documented.
• Confirm the original injury was an open fracture of Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, as this impacts the seventh character.