Displ spiral fx shaft of unsp fibula, 7thM

This code signifies a spiral fracture of the fibular shaft, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically indicates an open fracture (Type I or II, meaning the skin was broken) that has failed to heal properly, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care or treatment of this nonunion. The exact fibula (left or right) is not specified.

Apply this code when documenting a patient encounter for ongoing management of a previously sustained, displaced spiral fracture of an unspecified fibula, which was an open fracture (Type I or II) and has now developed a nonunion. This would be used for subsequent visits after the initial treatment of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and that the fracture was "open type I or II."
• Verify that the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is of the fibular shaft and has a spiral pattern.