Displ spiral fx shaft of unsp tibia, 7thH

This code signifies a spiral fracture of the tibial shaft that is no longer in its anatomical alignment. It specifically indicates an open fracture (Type I or II, meaning the skin was broken) that is not healing as expected during a follow-up visit.

This code is appropriate for documenting a patient's subsequent visit for an open spiral tibia shaft fracture (Type I or II) where the fracture fragments are displaced, and the healing process is delayed. This would typically be used after initial treatment, during ongoing management of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies an open fracture type I or II and delayed healing.
• Confirm the fracture is of the tibial shaft and has a spiral pattern.
• This code is for subsequent encounters, not the initial treatment of the fracture.