Torus fracture of upper end of left tibia, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual condition resulting from a torus fracture of the proximal end of the left tibia. A torus fracture, also known as a buckle fracture, is an incomplete fracture where one side of the bone buckles upon itself without a break in the opposite cortex, commonly seen in children. The "sequela" designation indicates that the patient is presenting for treatment of a complication or late effect directly attributable to the original fracture, rather than the acute injury itself.

Apply this code when documenting a patient encounter for a long-term problem or complication arising from a previously sustained torus fracture of the upper left tibia. This includes scenarios such as chronic pain, deformity, limited range of motion, or nonunion/malunion issues that are being addressed after the initial healing phase of the fracture. It is appropriate when the acute fracture has already been treated and the current visit focuses on its lasting impact.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior torus fracture of the left proximal tibia.
• Do not use this code for the initial treatment of an acute torus fracture; a different code for the acute injury would be appropriate at that time.
• Always sequence this code after the code describing the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, malunion).