Nondisp transverse fx shaft of l tibia, 7thE

This code signifies a transverse fracture located in the shaft of the left tibia that has not shifted from its original position. The fracture is an open type I or II, meaning there is a wound communicating with the fracture site, and the patient is currently in a subsequent phase of care where routine healing is expected.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced transverse open fracture (Type I or II) of the left tibial shaft. This is appropriate when the fracture is healing as anticipated without complications, and the encounter is not for initial treatment.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "transverse" for the fracture morphology.
• Verify the laterality is "left" and the anatomical site is the "tibia shaft."
• Confirm the encounter is "subsequent" and the healing is "routine" for an "open fracture type I or II."