Disp fx of l tibial tuberosity, 7thE

This code signifies a displaced fracture of the tibial tuberosity on the left leg that was initially an open fracture (Type I or II) and is now in a subsequent phase of care, healing routinely. The displacement indicates that the bone fragments are not in their normal anatomical alignment.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing treatment for a previously diagnosed displaced open fracture (Type I or II) of the left tibial tuberosity, and the healing process is progressing as expected without complications. This applies when the patient is beyond the initial active treatment phase but not yet fully healed.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left" tibial tuberosity and "displaced" fracture.
• Verify the initial injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and that the encounter is "subsequent" with "routine healing."
• Do not use for initial encounters, nonunion, malunion, or delayed healing.