Nondisp transverse fracture of shaft of left fibula, sequela

This code signifies a past injury to the left fibula, specifically a transverse fracture of the shaft that was not displaced at the time of the initial injury. The "sequela" designation indicates that this code is used to report a condition or complication that is a residual effect of that previous fracture, even if the fracture itself has healed.

This code is appropriate when a patient presents with a long-term complication or chronic condition directly attributable to a previously sustained, nondisplaced transverse fracture of the left fibula shaft. Examples include chronic pain, malunion, nonunion, or functional limitations stemming from the old injury. It should be used when the acute phase of the fracture has passed and the current encounter addresses the lasting effects.

• Always assign an additional code(s) to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain, malunion).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the historical fibula fracture.
• Do not use this code for the initial treatment of the acute fracture; use the appropriate acute fracture code.