Nondisp spiral fx shaft of r fibula, 7thH

This code describes a spiral fracture of the shaft of the right fibula that is not displaced. It specifically indicates that the initial injury was an open fracture of either Type I or Type II, and the patient is now in a subsequent phase of care where healing is progressing slower than expected.

Use this code for follow-up encounters for a patient with a previously diagnosed open spiral fracture of the right fibular shaft (Type I or II) that is currently nondisplaced but demonstrating delayed healing. This applies when the patient is receiving ongoing treatment, such as cast changes, wound care, or monitoring of the fracture site, and the healing process is prolonged.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "spiral fracture of shaft" of the right fibula.
• Verify the original injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and that healing is explicitly noted as "delayed."
• This code is for subsequent encounters; do not use for the initial treatment of the fracture.