Nondisp transverse fx shaft of unsp fibula, 7thF

This code describes a fracture of the fibula shaft that runs straight across the bone (transverse) and has not shifted out of alignment (nondisplaced). It specifically indicates that the fracture is an open fracture (meaning the skin was broken) of a severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and the patient is in a subsequent phase of care where the bone is healing normally. The specific fibula (left or right) is not documented.

Use this code for follow-up encounters for a patient diagnosed with a nondisplaced transverse fibula shaft fracture that was initially an open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC). The encounter should be for ongoing management and monitoring of the fracture, assuming routine healing is occurring. This code is appropriate when the laterality of the fibula is not specified in the medical record.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nondisplaced," "transverse," and "shaft of fibula."
• Verify the initial injury was classified as an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Confirm the encounter is for subsequent care with routine healing and the laterality is unspecified.