Unsp fx low end l tibia, 7thR

Unspecified fracture of lower end of left tibia, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with malunion

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a situation where a patient has a previously diagnosed, unspecified fracture of the lower end of their left tibia that is now healing improperly (malunion). The original fracture was an open fracture, specifically classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, indicating significant soft tissue damage and contamination.

🎯When to Use

This code is used for follow-up encounters where a patient with a documented malunion of an unspecified open type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC fracture of the distal left tibia is being treated. This includes visits for ongoing management, evaluation of malunion, or planning for corrective procedures.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and the "subsequent encounter" status.
Verify the original fracture was an open type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC and involved the lower end of the left tibia.
Do not use this code for initial treatment of the fracture or for nonunion.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S82.302Unspecified fracture of lower end of left tibia

S82.302R(current)

Crosswalks

733.81ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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