Displ seg fx shaft of r fibula, 7thQ

This code describes a situation where a patient has a displaced fracture in the middle section (shaft) of their right fibula, which is a bone in the lower leg. The fracture was initially an open fracture (meaning the skin was broken), classified as Type I or II, and is now healing incorrectly with malunion. This indicates a subsequent encounter for ongoing management of this complicated healing process.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient whose right fibula shaft fracture, initially open Type I or II, is healing with an unsatisfactory alignment. This applies to situations where the physician is actively managing the malunion, such as during clinic visits for assessment, casting changes, or planning for corrective surgery. It is appropriate for any encounter after the initial treatment of the acute fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right" fibula and "shaft" to differentiate from other fibula fractures.
• Verify the original fracture was an "open fracture Type I or II" and that "malunion" is explicitly documented.
• This code is for subsequent encounters; do not use for the initial treatment of the acute fracture or for nonunion.