Nondisplaced oblique fracture of shaft of unsp fibula, init

This code signifies a break in the fibula bone, specifically in the shaft, that runs diagonally (oblique) and where the bone fragments remain in their normal alignment (nondisplaced). This particular code is used for the initial treatment phase of a closed fracture, meaning the skin over the fracture is intact.

Apply this code when a patient presents with a newly diagnosed, nondisplaced oblique fracture of the fibular shaft, and the medical record does not specify which fibula (left or right) is affected. This is appropriate for the initial evaluation and management of such an injury before any definitive treatment or follow-up care.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "nondisplaced" and "oblique" for the fibular shaft fracture.
• Only use this code for the initial encounter of a closed fracture; subsequent encounters or open fractures require different codes.
• Avoid using this code if the laterality (left or right fibula) is documented; instead, select the more specific code.