Oth fx shaft of unsp tibia, 7thJ

Other fracture of shaft of unspecified tibia, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture of the main part of the shin bone (tibia) that is not specified as a particular type of fracture, and the specific location on the shaft is unknown. It is used when the fracture was an open fracture (bone broke through the skin) of a severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and is now in a phase of delayed healing.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed severe open tibial shaft fracture is experiencing slower-than-expected healing. It indicates ongoing management of the fracture during the delayed healing phase. This code would be used after the initial treatment of the acute fracture.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for an open fracture of the tibial shaft.
Verify the original fracture was classified as an open type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
This code is for subsequent encounters, not the initial treatment of the acute fracture.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S82.299Other fracture of shaft of unspecified tibia

S82.299J(current)

Crosswalks

V54.16ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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