Nondisp seg fx shaft of unsp fibula, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture affecting a segment of the fibula's shaft, which is not displaced. The patient is in a later stage of healing for this closed fracture, but the healing process is taking longer than expected. The specific fibula (left or right) is not documented.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed, non-displaced fibular shaft fracture that is closed, and the physician explicitly documents "delayed healing." This is appropriate for subsequent encounters after initial treatment.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for a closed fracture.
• Do not use this code for initial encounters or for fractures that are displaced or open.
• Verify that the laterality of the fibula is truly unspecified in the medical record before selecting this code.