Torus fx upper end of right tibia, subs for fx w malunion

This code indicates a specific type of incomplete fracture affecting the growth plate region of the upper right shin bone, where the bone has healed in an abnormal alignment. This particular diagnosis is assigned when the patient is receiving ongoing care for this malunited fracture after the initial treatment.

Assign this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is being managed for a torus fracture of the proximal right tibia that has healed incorrectly. This includes visits for monitoring, physical therapy, or planning for corrective procedures related to the malunion. Do not use for the initial treatment of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right tibia" and "upper end" (proximal) to support this code.
• Verify the encounter is for subsequent care of a malunited fracture, not initial treatment or routine healing.
• Confirm the fracture type is explicitly documented as a "torus" or "buckle" fracture.