Displ transverse fx shaft of r fibula, 7thD

This code signifies a fracture of the shaft of the right fibula that has been displaced from its normal anatomical alignment and runs across the bone. The patient is in a follow-up phase of treatment, and the fracture is healing as expected without complications, managed non-surgically.

Use this code for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced transverse fracture of the right fibular shaft is receiving routine follow-up care. This applies when the fracture is being treated conservatively (e.g., cast, splint) and is progressing well towards healing.

• Ensure the encounter is for follow-up care and not the initial treatment.
• Verify the fracture is specifically of the fibular shaft and is transverse and displaced.
• Confirm that healing is routine and not complicated by delayed union, nonunion, or malunion.