Displaced pilon fx left tibia, subs for clos fx w delay heal

This code signifies a fracture of the weight-bearing surface of the left tibia (pilon fracture) that is no longer in its anatomical alignment. The patient is in a phase of treatment where the fracture is not yet fully healed, and the healing process is progressing slower than expected, but the fracture is being managed non-surgically or without further surgical intervention for this encounter.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a left tibial pilon fracture that was initially displaced, is currently being treated non-invasively (e.g., cast, brace), and shows signs of delayed union. This is appropriate for subsequent visits where the focus is on monitoring the healing progress of the closed fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "left tibia," "pilon fracture," "displaced," and "delayed healing."
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter code would be used for the acute injury.
• Verify the fracture is closed; open fractures would require a different code.