Unsp fx shaft of left fibula, subs for clos fx w delay heal

This code signifies a fracture of the main part of the left fibula, where the specific type of fracture is not documented. The patient is in a later stage of healing, and the fracture has not healed within the expected timeframe, but the skin over the fracture site remains intact.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a left fibular shaft fracture that was initially treated conservatively (e.g., casting, splinting) and is now exhibiting delayed healing. This is appropriate for subsequent visits after the initial treatment has begun, but before the fracture is fully healed.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "left fibula" and "shaft" and indicates delayed healing for a closed fracture.
• This code is for subsequent encounters; do not use for the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Verify that the fracture type (e.g., transverse, oblique) is not specified in the medical record; if it is, a more specific code should be used.