Nondisp commnt fx shaft of unsp fibula, 7thJ

Nondisplaced comminuted fracture of shaft of unspecified fibula, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fibular shaft fracture that is broken into multiple pieces (comminuted) but remains in its anatomical position (nondisplaced). It specifically applies to an open fracture (skin broken) of severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that is not healing as expected.

🎯When to Use

This code is used for follow-up encounters when a patient with this specific type of fibula fracture is experiencing delayed healing. It is appropriate for subsequent visits after the initial treatment, where the focus is on monitoring the healing process and managing complications related to the delayed union of the open fracture.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "comminuted" for the fibula shaft.
Verify the encounter is for "subsequent care" and that "delayed healing" is explicitly documented.
Confirm the original injury was an "open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC" to justify this specific code.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S82.456Nondisplaced comminuted fracture of shaft of unsp fibula

S82.456J(current)

Crosswalks

V54.16ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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