Nondisp commnt fx shaft of r fibula, 7thM

This code describes a right fibular shaft fracture that is broken into multiple pieces (comminuted) but remains in its normal anatomical alignment (nondisplaced). This specific encounter is for ongoing treatment of an open fracture (Type I or II) that has failed to heal properly (nonunion).

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving care for a previously diagnosed open comminuted fracture of the right fibular shaft that has not united. This includes situations like cast changes, wound care, or evaluation for further surgical intervention due to the nonunion.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "comminuted" for the fibular shaft fracture.
• Verify the encounter is for an open fracture type I or II and that nonunion is explicitly documented.
• Confirm laterality (right fibula) is clearly stated in the medical record.