Nondisp seg fx shaft of l fibula, 7thP

This code describes a situation where a patient has a fracture in the middle section of their left fibula that has not shifted out of alignment, but is healing improperly. This specific code is used when the patient is seen for follow-up care after the initial treatment, and the fracture is healing with a deformity.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced segmental left fibular shaft fracture is presenting with evidence of malunion. This would include scenarios where imaging confirms the fracture is healing in an unsatisfactory position, requiring ongoing management or planning for corrective procedures.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the left fibula and shaft location.
• Verify the fracture is explicitly described as "nondisplaced segmental" and the encounter is for subsequent care.
• Do not use for initial treatment or for nonunion; specific codes exist for those scenarios.