Sltr-haris Type I physl fx low end unsp fibula, 7thG

This code signifies a growth plate fracture (Salter-Harris Type I) at the bottom portion of the fibula, where the specific side (left or right) is not documented. The patient is in a subsequent phase of care, and the fracture is experiencing delayed healing, meaning it is not mending at the expected rate.

Use this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris Type I fracture of the distal fibula, and the physician explicitly documents delayed union or delayed healing. This is appropriate when the laterality of the fibula fracture was not specified in the medical record.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" or "delayed union" for the fracture.
• Confirm that the encounter is for subsequent care, not initial treatment.
• Only use this code when the laterality (left or right) of the fibula is not specified in the medical record.