Nondisp fx of r tibial tuberosity, 7thQ

This code describes a right tibial tuberosity fracture that was initially an open fracture (Type I or II) and is now healing incorrectly, resulting in a malunion. The fracture itself is currently nondisplaced, meaning the bone fragments are still in their anatomical alignment despite the malunion. This indicates a complication during the healing phase of a previously open injury.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting for follow-up care of a right tibial tuberosity fracture that was initially open, and imaging or clinical assessment confirms a malunion. This applies to situations where the fracture fragments have healed in an unsatisfactory position, even if the fracture itself is no longer displaced. It is appropriate for subsequent encounters after the initial treatment of the open fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right" tibial tuberosity and confirms the initial injury was an "open fracture type I or II."
• Verify that the encounter is for a "subsequent" visit related to the malunion, not the initial treatment or acute phase.
• Distinguish from nonunion (failure to heal) or delayed union (slower than expected healing) as malunion specifically refers to healing in an incorrect position.