Torus fracture of upper end of left fibula, sequela

This code indicates a healed or residual condition resulting from a torus fracture (buckle fracture) that previously occurred at the top portion of the left fibula. A torus fracture is an incomplete fracture where one cortex buckles without a complete break in the bone. The "sequela" designation signifies that the patient is presenting for treatment of a complication or late effect directly attributable to the original injury.

Use this code when documenting a patient encounter for a chronic issue, deformity, pain, or functional limitation that is a direct consequence of a torus fracture of the upper left fibula that has already healed. This applies to situations where the initial acute injury has passed, and the current treatment addresses its long-term effects. Do not use this code for the initial treatment of the acute fracture.

• Always ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous torus fracture of the left fibula.
• This code requires a seventh character "S" for sequela, indicating a late effect.
• Code any specific residual conditions (e.g., chronic pain, malunion) in addition to this sequela code.