Displ transverse fx shaft of l fibula, 7thP

This code describes a left fibula shaft fracture that was initially displaced but has since healed improperly (malunion). The fracture is closed, meaning the skin over the fracture site remains intact. This specific code is used for follow-up care after the initial treatment of the fracture.

Use this code for a patient presenting for ongoing management of a previously treated displaced transverse fracture of the left fibula shaft, where imaging or clinical assessment confirms malunion. This would apply to encounters for physical therapy, follow-up orthopedic visits, or discussions regarding potential corrective surgery for the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the left fibula shaft.
• Verify the fracture was initially displaced and is currently a closed fracture.
• This code is for subsequent encounters; use an initial encounter code for the first treatment of the fracture.