Sltr-haris Type I physeal fx upper end of l fibula, sequela

This code describes a long-term complication or late effect stemming from a Salter-Harris Type I fracture that occurred at the growth plate of the upper portion of the left fibula. This type of fracture involves a complete separation of the epiphysis from the metaphysis through the physis (growth plate). The "sequela" indicates that the current patient encounter is for a condition or problem that is a direct result of the initial fracture, not the acute injury itself.

Use this code when documenting a patient encounter for a residual problem, deformity, or chronic condition directly attributable to a previously sustained Salter-Harris Type I fracture of the proximal left fibular physis. This would include scenarios such as growth disturbance, angular deformity, chronic pain, or functional limitation occurring months or years after the initial injury has healed. It is appropriate when the acute fracture has already been treated and is no longer the focus of care.

• Always use an additional code to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., malunion, nonunion, growth arrest, chronic pain).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior Salter-Harris Type I fracture of the left proximal fibula.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute fracture; it is exclusively for late effects or complications.