Nondisp fx of lateral condyle of unsp tibia, 7thQ

This code signifies a nondisplaced fracture of the outer portion of the shin bone (tibia) near the knee joint. It specifically indicates that the fracture was initially an open fracture (skin broken) of type I or II, and during a subsequent encounter, it is now healing incorrectly, resulting in a malunion.

Apply this code for follow-up visits where a patient is being treated for a previously diagnosed open type I or II lateral tibial condyle fracture that is now demonstrating signs of malunion. This code is appropriate when the fracture itself remains nondisplaced, but the healing process is aberrant.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "lateral condyle of tibia."
• Verify the initial fracture was classified as an open type I or II and that the current encounter addresses a malunion.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures healing normally.