Nondisp oblique fx shaft of r fibula, 7thP

This code describes a healing fracture of the right fibula's shaft, specifically an oblique break that was not displaced at the time of injury. The fracture is now in a subsequent phase of care, and unfortunately, the bone has healed in an imperfect alignment, known as a malunion, without an open wound.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously treated, closed, nondisplaced oblique fracture of the right fibula shaft, and imaging or clinical assessment confirms that the bone has healed with a malunion. This would typically be used for patients undergoing rehabilitation, further evaluation, or planning for corrective procedures related to the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right" fibula and "shaft" location.
• Confirm the "nondisplaced oblique" nature of the original fracture and the presence of "malunion" during a "subsequent encounter."
• Do not use for initial treatment or if the fracture is still actively healing without evidence of malunion.