Nondisp fx of l tibial tuberosity, 7thP

This code describes a situation where a patient has a left tibial tuberosity fracture that was initially treated non-surgically (closed fracture) and is now being managed during a follow-up visit. The fracture fragments are not perfectly aligned, indicating malunion, but the bone is still healing.

This code is used for subsequent encounters when a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed and treated nondisplaced left tibial tuberosity fracture that is healing with malunion. This includes visits for cast changes, physical therapy evaluations, or imaging to monitor healing progress in the presence of malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left" tibial tuberosity and "nondisplaced" fracture.
• The "P" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a closed fracture with malunion.
• Do not use this code for initial treatment or for open fractures.