Disp fx of lateral condyle of unspecified tibia, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect stemming from a previously sustained, displaced fracture of the lateral condyle of the tibia. This specific injury involves the outer rounded prominence at the top of the shin bone, which was not in its correct anatomical alignment at the time of the initial fracture. The "sequela" aspect indicates that the current encounter addresses a condition directly resulting from that past injury, rather than the acute fracture itself.

Use this code when documenting a patient encounter for a chronic condition, disability, or complication that is a direct consequence of a prior displaced lateral tibial condyle fracture. Examples include ongoing pain, malunion, nonunion, arthritis, or functional limitations that developed after the initial healing period. This code is appropriate when the initial fracture has already healed, but its lasting effects are being treated.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code for the specific condition or complication being treated (e.g., M17.1 for osteoarthritis).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous displaced lateral tibial condyle fracture.
• Do not use this code for the initial treatment of an acute or subacute fracture; use the appropriate acute fracture code instead.