Nondisp spiral fx shaft of unsp fibula, 7thF

This code describes a spiral fracture of the fibula's shaft that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments remain in their normal alignment. This specific encounter is for follow-up care of an open fracture (where the bone broke through the skin) classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the healing process is proceeding as expected.

Use this code for a patient presenting for a follow-up visit related to a previously sustained open spiral fibular shaft fracture (types IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that is now in a routine healing phase. This would typically be used after initial treatment and during the period of ongoing recovery and monitoring.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies a spiral fracture of the fibular shaft and confirms it is nondisplaced.
• Verify the original injury was an open fracture classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and that the current encounter is for routine healing.
• Do not use this code for initial treatment, malunion, nonunion, or delayed healing; specific codes exist for those scenarios.