Displ transverse fx shaft of r tibia, 7thH

This code describes a specific type of tibial shaft fracture: a displaced transverse break in the shaft of the right tibia. It indicates that the fracture was initially an open fracture (Gustilo-Anderson Type I or II) and is currently in a phase of delayed healing, meaning the expected healing timeline has been exceeded.

Use this code for patients presenting for follow-up care of a right tibial shaft fracture that was initially open and is now demonstrating delayed healing. This applies when the fracture morphology is specifically a displaced transverse break. Documentation should clearly indicate the delayed healing status and the original open nature of the injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "transverse" for the fracture morphology.
• Confirm the original injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and that healing is "delayed."
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures that are healing normally or nonunion.