Displ oblique fx shaft of r fibula, 7thE

This code describes a specific type of fibula fracture where the break is oblique (angled) and has resulted in displacement of the bone fragments. It specifically indicates that the fracture is in the shaft of the right fibula and is an open fracture (Type I or II), meaning the skin was broken. The "subsequent encounter" aspect signifies that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, which is currently healing routinely.

This code is appropriate for documenting follow-up visits for a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced oblique fracture of the right fibula shaft that was an open fracture (Type I or II). It should be used when the fracture is progressing as expected towards healing without complications. Examples include routine cast changes, wound checks, or physical therapy sessions during the healing phase.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right" fibula and "shaft" to support this code.
• Verify the fracture was initially classified as an "open fracture type I or II" and that healing is routine.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures with delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.