Torus fracture of lower end of right tibia, sequela

This code signifies a buckle fracture, specifically a torus fracture, affecting the lower end of the right tibia, where the injury's effects are now chronic or residual. A torus fracture is an incomplete fracture characterized by buckling of the bone cortex without a break in the periosteum, typically seen in pediatric patients. The "sequela" indicator denotes that this code is used for complications or conditions arising as a direct result of the original fracture, after the initial healing period.

This code is appropriate for documenting long-term complications or residual effects stemming from a torus fracture of the right distal tibia. Examples include chronic pain, malunion, nonunion, or functional limitations directly attributable to the past injury. It should be used when the patient is no longer in the acute phase of fracture treatment and is being managed for ongoing issues.

• Always ensure documentation clearly specifies "sequela" or a chronic condition resulting from the original fracture.
• Do not use this code for initial encounters or active treatment of the acute fracture; separate codes exist for those scenarios.
• Verify laterality (right) and bone (tibia) are accurately documented to support this specific code.