Nondisp transverse fx shaft of unsp fibula, 7thP

This code describes a fibula fracture that runs perpendicular to the bone's long axis, located in the middle section of the bone, without any displacement of the bone fragments. The fracture is in a healing phase, but the bone has healed in an imperfect alignment. This specific code indicates that the later stages of care are being provided for this malunion.

Use this code when a patient presents for follow-up care, such as cast changes, physical therapy, or imaging, for a previously diagnosed transverse fibular shaft fracture. The key is that the fracture was initially closed, was not displaced, and has now healed in a suboptimal position. This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters where the malunion is being managed.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the "shaft" of the fibula.
• Verify the encounter is "subsequent" and not the initial treatment for the fracture.
• Confirm the fracture was "nondisplaced" and "transverse" at the time of injury.