Disp fx of med malleolus of r tibia, 7thH

This code signifies a fracture of the inner ankle bone (medial malleolus) of the right lower leg that is no longer in its proper alignment. It specifically applies when the fracture broke through the skin (open fracture type I or II) and is currently in a phase of delayed healing, meaning the bone is not mending at the expected rate.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for a previously diagnosed displaced open medial malleolus fracture of the right tibia that is exhibiting delayed union. It would be used when the patient presents for ongoing management, such as cast changes, wound care, or assessment of healing progress, and the fracture is not yet fully healed.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for the open fracture.
• Verify the laterality (right) and the specific bone (medial malleolus of tibia).
• Confirm the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial treatment.