Oth fx shaft of unsp fibula, 7thJ

Other 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 fracture of the fibular shaft, not otherwise specified as to its exact location, that was initially an open fracture of Gustilo type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. The patient is currently in a subsequent phase of care, and the fracture is experiencing delayed healing.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed open fibular shaft fracture (Gustilo type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) who is not healing within the expected timeframe. This would be used after the initial treatment phase and when the focus is on managing the delayed union.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for this subsequent encounter.
Confirm the original fracture was an open fibular shaft fracture classified as Gustilo type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures healing normally.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S82.499Other fracture of shaft of unspecified fibula

S82.499J(current)

Crosswalks

V54.16ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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