Nondisplaced bimalleolar fracture of unsp lower leg, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual condition resulting from a bimalleolar fracture of an unspecified lower leg, where the bone fragments were not displaced at the time of the original injury. This indicates a long-term effect or complication stemming from a past fracture involving both the medial and lateral malleoli.

This code is appropriate when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing symptoms, limitations, or complications directly attributable to a previously sustained nondisplaced bimalleolar fracture of an unspecified lower leg. Examples include chronic pain, stiffness, or post-traumatic arthritis in the ankle after the initial fracture has healed.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the current condition or symptom being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current sequela to the past nondisplaced bimalleolar fracture.
• Avoid using this code for acute or active fracture treatment; it is specifically for long-term effects.