Displaced segmental fx shaft of left fibula, sequela

This code indicates a long-term complication or late effect stemming from a previous displaced fracture of the shaft of the left fibula, where the bone broke into at least three pieces. The "sequela" designation signifies that the initial injury has healed, but residual problems or conditions persist as a direct result of that fracture.

This code is appropriate when documenting conditions such as chronic pain, malunion, nonunion, or functional impairment in the left lower leg that are directly attributable to a past segmental fibula shaft fracture. It should be used after the initial healing period of the acute fracture has passed and the patient is presenting for treatment of these lasting effects.

• Always assign an additional code to describe the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., M84.28 for nonunion, M96.0 for pseudarthrosis).
• Do not use this code for acute or active fractures; it is exclusively for late effects.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous segmental fibula shaft fracture.