Displ oblique fx shaft of l fibula, 7thD

This code signifies a specific type of fibula fracture—an oblique break in the shaft of the left fibula—that is currently displaced. The encounter is for follow-up care of a closed fracture that is healing as expected without complications.

Apply this code for patients presenting for follow-up appointments after initial treatment of a displaced oblique left fibula shaft fracture. This is appropriate when the fracture is closed, healing routinely, and still displaced. It would be used during the period of active healing, prior to full union.

• Ensure the laterality (left) and specific fracture type (oblique shaft) are accurately documented.
• Verify the encounter is for routine healing of a closed fracture; open fractures or those with delayed/nonunion require different codes.
• Confirm the fracture remains displaced at the time of this encounter.