Oth fx shaft of l fibula, 7thR

This code signifies a previously treated open fracture of the shaft of the left fibula, specifically a severe open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC), that has healed in a misaligned or deformed position. The patient is currently undergoing active treatment for this malunion.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting for follow-up care, surgical correction, or rehabilitation due to a malunion of a prior open fracture of the left fibular shaft. This is appropriate for cases where the initial fracture was classified as a Gustilo-Anderson Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC open fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and the "subsequent encounter" for treatment of this complication.
• Verify the original fracture was of the left fibular shaft and was an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Do not use for nonunion, delayed union, or routine follow-up without malunion.