Disp fx of medial condyle of left tibia, init for clos fx

This code signifies a break in the inner portion of the upper shin bone (tibia) on the left leg, specifically at the medial condyle. The bone fragments are not properly aligned, indicating displacement. This code is used for the initial treatment phase of the injury, and the skin over the fracture is intact.

Apply this code when documenting the initial diagnosis and treatment of a patient presenting with a displaced fracture of the medial condyle of the left tibia. This includes emergency department visits, initial orthopedic consultations, or hospital admissions for the acute injury. It is specifically for closed fractures where there is no open wound communicating with the fracture site.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "displaced" and specifies the "medial condyle" of the "left tibia."
• Verify that the encounter is for the initial treatment of the fracture. Subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.
• Confirm the fracture is "closed" (skin intact) to differentiate from open fractures.