Nondisp spiral fx shaft of l fibula, 7thD

This code describes a left fibula fracture that is spiral in nature, located in the shaft, and has not shifted out of alignment. It specifically indicates a follow-up visit for this fracture, which is being managed non-surgically and is progressing through a typical healing process.

Use this code for subsequent encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed nondisplaced spiral fracture of the left fibular shaft. This applies when the fracture is closed and healing without complications, such as during cast changes, follow-up X-rays, or physical therapy evaluations during the routine healing phase.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "spiral" morphology of the fracture.
• Confirm the encounter is for "subsequent care" and the fracture is "closed" with "routine healing."
• Verify the laterality is "left" and the fracture site is the "shaft" of the fibula.