Disp fx of l tibial tuberosity, 7thM

This code signifies a left tibial tuberosity fracture that is out of alignment and has failed to heal properly, specifically when the initial injury involved an open wound of Type I or II severity. The patient is currently receiving follow-up care for this ongoing nonunion.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's visit for continued management of a previously sustained, displaced open Type I or II fracture of the left tibial tuberosity that has not achieved bony union. This would include scenarios such as follow-up appointments for surgical intervention to address the nonunion, or conservative management of the persistent nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonunion" as the reason for the subsequent encounter.
• Verify the laterality (left) and the specific anatomical site (tibial tuberosity) are accurately documented.
• Confirm the initial fracture was an open fracture type I or II, as this impacts the seventh character.