Displ spiral fx shaft of l fibula, 7thP

This code describes a specific type of fracture involving the shaft of the left fibula, characterized by a spiral pattern and displacement. The "malunion" indicates that the bone has healed, but in an incorrect anatomical position or alignment. This particular code is for a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is returning for follow-up care after the initial treatment of the closed fracture.

Use this code for follow-up encounters with patients who have a documented displaced spiral fracture of the shaft of the left fibula that has healed with malunion. This applies when the fracture was initially treated as a closed fracture. This code is appropriate for ongoing management, assessment of the malunion, or planning for corrective procedures.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and not "nonunion" for accurate code selection.
• Verify the laterality (left fibula) and fracture type (displaced spiral shaft) are precisely documented.
• Confirm this is a subsequent encounter for a closed fracture; open fractures or initial encounters require different codes.