Displ bicondylar fx r tibia, 7thQ

This code signifies a right tibial fracture involving both condyles, where the bone fragments are no longer in their anatomical alignment. This specific instance describes a subsequent encounter for a previously treated open fracture (Type I or II) that has healed incorrectly, resulting in a malunion.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a right bicondylar tibial fracture that was initially an open injury and has now developed a malunion. This would be used during clinic visits, physical therapy, or other encounters addressing the ongoing management of the malunited fracture after initial treatment.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "subsequent encounter" and specifies the malunion.
• Verify the original open fracture was classified as Type I or II.
• Do not use for initial treatment or for nonunion; separate codes exist for those scenarios.