Disp fx of l tibial tuberosity, 7thQ

This code describes a situation where a patient has a displaced fracture of the left tibial tuberosity, which is the bony prominence below the kneecap. The fracture was initially an open fracture (meaning the skin was broken), classified as Type I or II, and has subsequently healed in a misaligned position, known as malunion.

This code is used when a patient presents for follow-up care or treatment of a malunion resulting from a previously sustained displaced, open Type I or II fracture of the left tibial tuberosity. It indicates that the initial injury has progressed to a state of improper healing. This would be appropriate for clinic visits, imaging studies, or surgical interventions addressing the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and the "subsequent encounter" for this specific fracture.
• 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.