Displ transverse fx shaft of l fibula, 7thD

This code signifies a follow-up encounter for a left fibula shaft fracture that was initially displaced but is now healing routinely without complications. The fracture is located in the mid-portion of the fibula and has not broken through the skin.

Apply this code for patients presenting for routine follow-up appointments, cast changes, or imaging to monitor the healing progress of a closed, displaced transverse fibula shaft fracture. This is appropriate when the fracture is healing as expected and no complications or delayed healing are noted.

• Ensure documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "routine healing" for a closed fracture.
• Verify the fracture is indeed of the fibula shaft and not the malleolus or other fibula sections.
• Do not use if the fracture is open, has delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion; different codes would apply.