Nondisp oblique fx shaft of l fibula, 7thK

This code signifies a left fibula shaft fracture that is angled (oblique) and has not shifted from its normal anatomical position. Importantly, this specific code is used when the fracture has failed to heal properly (nonunion) and the patient is presenting for follow-up care or treatment of this complication, with the skin remaining intact over the fracture site.

Apply this code for a patient presenting for ongoing management of a previously diagnosed nondisplaced oblique fracture of the left fibula shaft, where imaging or clinical assessment confirms nonunion. This would include scenarios such as follow-up appointments for non-surgical management of the nonunion, or pre-operative evaluations for surgical intervention to address the delayed healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced," "oblique," "shaft of fibula," and "left" to support this specific fracture type and location.
• The "K" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a closed fracture with nonunion, meaning the patient is receiving active treatment for the nonunion.
• Verify that the fracture is indeed closed (skin intact) and that nonunion is explicitly documented as the reason for the current encounter.