Torus fx lower end of unsp fibula, subs for fx w delay heal

This code signifies a buckle fracture, or torus fracture, affecting the distal portion of the fibula, where the bone cortex has buckled but not completely broken. It indicates that the patient is in a phase of treatment following the initial injury, and the fracture is not healing at the expected rate. This type of fracture is typically stable and often seen in pediatric patients.

Apply this code when documenting a patient encounter for a torus fracture of the lower fibula that has been previously diagnosed and is now exhibiting delayed healing. This would include follow-up visits where the physician assesses the healing progress and determines that it is slower than anticipated for this type of injury. It is appropriate for encounters where ongoing management or intervention related to the delayed healing is being provided.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for the torus fracture.
• Confirm the fracture location is the lower end of the fibula, not the tibia or other parts of the fibula.
• Verify this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment for the fracture.