Displ seg fx shaft of l fibula, 7thH

This code describes a specific type of fibula fracture where the bone is broken into multiple pieces (segmental) and the broken ends are not aligned (displaced). The fracture is open, meaning the bone has broken through the skin, and is categorized as Type I or II according to the Gustilo-Anderson classification. This particular code is used when the patient is receiving follow-up care for this injury, and the healing process is taking longer than expected.

Use this code for a patient who has previously been treated for an open, displaced segmental fracture of the shaft of the left fibula (Gustilo-Anderson Type I or II) and is now presenting for ongoing management due to delayed union or non-union. This applies to subsequent visits after the initial treatment, such as cast changes, wound care, or evaluation for further intervention due to slow healing.

• Ensure documentation specifies "delayed healing" for this subsequent encounter.
• Verify the fracture is of the left fibula shaft, is segmental, and was initially an open fracture Type I or II.
• Do not use for initial treatment or for routine healing without documented delay.