Nondisp transverse fx shaft of r fibula, 7thR

This code signifies a right fibular shaft fracture that is transverse and has not shifted out of alignment, but is now presenting with malunion. The initial injury was an open fracture, specifically classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, indicating significant soft tissue damage and bone exposure.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously treated open transverse fibular shaft fracture (type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) of the right leg is diagnosed with malunion. It should be used when the fracture has healed in an unsatisfactory position, requiring further clinical attention or intervention.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and the initial open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC).
• Verify the fracture is of the fibular shaft and is transverse and nondisplaced.
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter code would be used for the acute injury.