Displ seg fx shaft of unsp fibula, 7thG

This code signifies a specific type of fibula fracture: a displaced segmental fracture of the shaft. It indicates that the fracture is not healing within the expected timeframe (delayed healing) and the patient is in a subsequent phase of care for this closed injury.

Use this code for follow-up encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced segmental fibula shaft fracture (closed) is experiencing delayed union. This applies after initial treatment and during ongoing management of the fracture's healing process.

• Ensure documentation specifies "delayed healing" and a "subsequent encounter" for this closed fracture.
• Verify the fracture is indeed segmental and located in the shaft of the fibula.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures that are healing normally.