Nondisp commnt fx shaft of r fibula, 7thD

This code describes a right fibular shaft fracture that has broken into multiple pieces but remains in its anatomical position. The patient is currently in the healing phase following initial treatment for this closed injury.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a comminuted, nondisplaced fracture of the right fibula shaft. It signifies that the fracture is closed and healing without complications, such as delayed union or nonunion.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "comminuted" for the right fibula shaft.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for routine healing.
• Verify the fracture is closed; open fractures would require a different seventh character.