Nondisp commnt fx shaft of r fibula, 7thP

This code signifies a comminuted fracture of the shaft of the right fibula that has not shifted from its original position. The patient is in a subsequent phase of care, and the fracture is healing with an imperfect alignment, meaning the bone fragments have joined in a deformed or misaligned way.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for a previously diagnosed nondisplaced comminuted right fibular shaft fracture. It specifically applies when imaging or clinical assessment indicates that the fracture is healing, but with evidence of malunion. This code would be used after the initial treatment phase.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nondisplaced," "comminuted," and "shaft of right fibula."
• Verify the encounter is for follow-up care and not the initial treatment.
• Confirm the presence of malunion as documented by the physician.