Displ spiral fx shaft of l fibula, 7thR

This code signifies a left fibular shaft fracture, specifically a spiral type, that has healed improperly (malunion) and was initially an open fracture of a severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC). The fracture fragments are no longer in their correct anatomical alignment.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously treated severe open spiral fracture of the left fibular shaft that has resulted in malunion. This would include scenarios where the patient is presenting for assessment of the malunion, planning for corrective surgery, or managing complications related to the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left" fibula and "spiral" fracture type.
• Verify the initial open fracture was classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Confirm the current encounter is for a "subsequent encounter" and that "malunion" is explicitly documented.