Nondisplaced bimalleolar fracture of unsp lower leg, init

This code signifies a fracture involving both the medial and lateral malleoli of the ankle, where the bone fragments remain in their normal anatomical alignment. The specific lower leg (right or left) is not documented, and this code is used for the initial treatment of a closed fracture, meaning the skin is intact.

Apply this code when a patient presents for the first treatment of a bimalleolar ankle fracture that is confirmed as nondisplaced and the documentation does not specify which lower leg is affected. This is appropriate for emergency department visits, initial orthopedic consultations, or hospital admissions for the acute injury.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "nondisplaced" and "bimalleolar fracture."
• Only use this code for the initial encounter for treatment of the fracture.
• If the laterality (right or left) is specified, a more specific code should be used.