Nondisp oblique fx shaft of unsp fibula, 7thH

This code describes a fibula shaft fracture that is oblique (angled) and has not shifted out of alignment. It specifically indicates that the fracture was initially an open fracture (skin broken) of type I or II, and the patient is now in a subsequent phase of care where the healing process is taking longer than expected.

Use this code for follow-up encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed open type I or II oblique fibula shaft fracture is experiencing delayed healing. This applies to situations where the fracture remains nondisplaced and the patient is receiving ongoing treatment or monitoring for the slow healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced," "oblique," and "shaft of fibula."
• Verify the initial injury was an open fracture type I or II and that delayed healing is explicitly noted.
• This "H" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for delayed healing; do not use for initial treatment or routine healing.