Nondisp seg fx shaft of unsp fibula, 7thH

This code describes a specific type of fibula fracture where the bone is broken into segments but remains in its normal anatomical position. It indicates that the initial injury was an open fracture (Type I or II), and the patient is now in a subsequent phase of care due to delayed healing. The "unspecified fibula" indicates that the laterality (left or right) is not documented.

Use this code for follow-up encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed open segmental fibular shaft fracture (Type I or II) is experiencing delayed union or nonunion. This applies when the fracture was initially open but is now being managed for its healing progression. It is appropriate when the medical record does not specify which fibula is affected.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for an open segmental fibula shaft fracture.
• Verify the initial fracture was an open Type I or II; otherwise, a different code for open fractures or a closed fracture code may be more appropriate.
• If laterality (left or right) is documented, select the more specific code for the affected fibula.