Nondisp fx of lateral condyle of r tibia, 7thD

This code signifies a fracture of the outer portion of the right shin bone's upper end that is still in its normal anatomical position. The patient is in a later stage of recovery, and the fracture is healing as expected without complications, and the skin over the fracture is intact.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed nondisplaced lateral condyle fracture of the right tibia. This applies when the fracture is healing routinely and is not open to the environment. This code is appropriate for subsequent visits after the initial treatment, such as cast changes, physical therapy evaluations, or routine follow-up X-rays confirming expected healing.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "lateral condyle" of the right tibia.
• The 7th character "D" indicates a subsequent encounter for a closed fracture with routine healing; do not use for initial treatment or malunion/nonunion.
• Verify the fracture is indeed closed and healing routinely; if there are complications or delayed healing, a different 7th character would be required.