Oth fx shaft of right tibia, subs for clos fx w delay heal

This code signifies a fracture located in the main body (shaft) of the right shin bone, which is currently in a healing phase but is taking longer than expected to unite. The skin over the fracture site remains intact, indicating a closed injury.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a right tibial shaft fracture that was initially closed, but subsequent imaging or clinical assessment reveals delayed bone healing. This is appropriate for office visits, hospital encounters, or physical therapy sessions focused on managing the slow-healing fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right tibia" and "shaft" to differentiate from other tibial fracture locations.
• Confirm the fracture is "closed" and that the encounter is for "subsequent" care with "delayed healing."
• Always pair with an external cause code (e.g., V00-Y99) if the cause of the fracture is known and relevant to the encounter.