Nondisp trimalleol fx l low leg, init for opn fx type I/2

This code signifies a fracture involving all three malleoli (medial, lateral, and posterior) of the left ankle, where the bone fragments remain in their normal anatomical alignment. It specifically indicates an open fracture, meaning there is a break in the skin communicating with the fracture site, classified as Type I or Type II according to the Gustilo-Anderson classification.

Apply this code for initial encounters when documenting a trimalleolar fracture of the left lower leg that is confirmed to be nondisplaced and presents as an open fracture of Gustilo-Anderson Type I or II. This typically occurs following trauma where the skin integrity is compromised at the fracture site.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "left" lower leg.
• Verify the fracture is explicitly described as an "open fracture" and specify Gustilo-Anderson Type I or II.
• This code is for the initial encounter for treatment of the fracture. Subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.