Displ spiral fx shaft of r fibula, 7thC

This code signifies a fracture of the right fibula's shaft that is both displaced and has a spiral pattern. It specifically indicates an open fracture, meaning the bone has broken through the skin, classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC according to the Gustilo-Anderson classification system. This is the initial encounter for treatment of this specific injury.

This code is appropriate for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a right fibular shaft fracture that is visibly displaced, has a spiral configuration, and is complicated by a severe open wound (Gustilo-Anderson Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC). This includes situations such as emergency department visits, initial surgical procedures, or the first inpatient admission for this injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "spiral" for the fibular shaft fracture.
• Verify the Gustilo-Anderson classification (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) for the open fracture component.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific fracture. Subsequent care will require a different encounter character.