Nondisplaced oblique fracture of shaft of right fibula, init

This code signifies a break in the shaft of the right fibula that runs diagonally (oblique) and where the bone fragments have not shifted out of alignment. It specifically indicates that this is the first time the patient is receiving active treatment for this particular closed fracture.

Apply this code when documenting the initial treatment for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced oblique fracture of the right fibular shaft. This is appropriate for emergency department visits, initial orthopedic consultations, or hospital admissions for the acute management of this injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right" fibula and "oblique" fracture morphology.
• Confirm the fracture is "nondisplaced" and the skin is intact (closed fracture).
• The "A" seventh character is crucial for initial encounters for active treatment.