Disp fx of med malleolus of r tibia, 7thJ

This code describes a fracture of the inner ankle bone of the right lower leg that is not in its normal anatomical alignment. It specifically indicates an open fracture (where the bone has broken through the skin) of a severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that is not healing as expected.

Use this code for follow-up encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced open fracture of the right medial malleolus (types IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) is presenting for ongoing management due to delayed healing. This applies when the initial treatment has been provided and the fracture is still not uniting within the expected timeframe.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for this subsequent encounter.
• Verify the fracture is of the right medial malleolus and is explicitly documented as displaced.
• Confirm the original open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) is consistent with the patient's history.