Nondisp bimalleol fx r low leg, init for opn fx type 3A/B/C

This code signifies a fracture involving both the medial and lateral malleoli of the right lower leg, where the bone fragments remain in their anatomical position. Crucially, it indicates an open fracture where the bone has broken through the skin, exposing it to the external environment, and is classified as a severe open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) according to the Gustilo-Anderson classification. This is the initial encounter for treatment of this specific injury.

Use this code for a patient presenting for the first time with a right bimalleolar fracture that is confirmed to be nondisplaced and open, with the open wound classified as Gustilo-Anderson Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. This code is appropriate for the initial surgical repair, debridement, or other definitive treatment of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "bimalleolar" for the right lower leg.
• Verify the Gustilo-Anderson classification (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) for the open fracture.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific fracture to use the "C" seventh character.