Nondisp oblique fracture of shaft of right tibia, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual condition resulting from a nondisplaced oblique fracture of the shaft of the right tibia. It indicates that the fracture, which ran diagonally across the bone, has resolved, but there are ongoing issues or late effects directly attributable to the original injury.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a long-term complication or sequela from a previously sustained nondisplaced oblique fracture of the shaft of the right tibia. This could include chronic pain, malunion, nonunion, or functional limitations that are a direct consequence of the old fracture.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code for the specific late effect or complication being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous right tibial shaft fracture.
• Do not use this code for initial encounters or active treatment of the acute fracture.