Nondisp fx of lateral condyle of l tibia, 7thF

Nondisplaced fracture of lateral condyle of left tibia, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a non-displaced fracture of the outer portion of the left shin bone (tibia) at the knee joint. It specifically indicates that this is a follow-up encounter for an open fracture, meaning the skin was broken, and it was a severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that is now healing routinely.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for a patient presenting for a scheduled follow-up visit after initial treatment of an open, non-displaced lateral tibial condyle fracture of the left leg. This applies when the fracture is progressing as expected towards healing without complications. It is appropriate for subsequent encounters after the initial acute care.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "left" tibia.
Verify the original injury was an "open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC."
Confirm the encounter is for "subsequent" care with "routine healing."

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Code Hierarchy

▲S82.125Nondisplaced fracture of lateral condyle of left tibia

S82.125F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.16ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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