Nondisp commnt fx shaft of l tibia, 7thJ

Nondisplaced comminuted fracture of shaft of left tibia, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a comminuted fracture of the shaft of the left tibia that is nondisplaced and is currently in a phase of delayed healing. The initial injury was an open fracture, specifically a Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, indicating significant soft tissue damage and contamination.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed open comminuted tibial shaft fracture (left leg) that is not healing as expected. This is appropriate for subsequent encounters where the focus is on managing the delayed union of the fracture.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for this specific fracture.
Verify the laterality (left tibia) and the comminuted, nondisplaced nature of the fracture.
Confirm the initial injury was an open fracture classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S82.255Nondisplaced comminuted fracture of shaft of left tibia

S82.255J(current)

Crosswalks

V54.16ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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