Disp fx of lateral condyle of r tibia, 7thR

This code describes a previously treated fracture of the outer portion of the right tibial condyle that was initially an open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and has now healed incorrectly. The malunion indicates that the bone fragments have joined in a deformed or misaligned position, leading to potential functional impairment.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is being managed for a malunited displaced lateral condyle fracture of the right tibia, which was originally an open fracture of a severe type. This applies when the malunion is the primary focus of the current treatment or evaluation.

• Ensure documentation specifies "malunion" and the original fracture was an open type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Verify the encounter is "subsequent" and not initial care for the fracture.
• Do not use if the fracture is still acute or if the malunion is not explicitly documented.