Disp fx of med malleolus of r tibia, 7thK

This code describes a situation where the inner ankle bone (medial malleolus) of the right lower leg has been broken and the broken pieces are not in their normal alignment. This specific encounter is for ongoing treatment of this fracture, which has failed to heal properly (nonunion), and the skin over the fracture site remains intact.

Use this code for follow-up visits, cast changes, or other ongoing management of a right medial malleolus fracture that was initially displaced and is now complicated by nonunion, provided the fracture is still closed. This applies when the patient is receiving continued care for the nonunion, such as bone stimulation, further imaging, or preparation for surgical intervention to address the nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and "closed fracture" for the medial malleolus.
• Verify laterality (right) and displacement status from the initial injury documentation.
• Do not use for initial treatment or for fractures that have healed or are healing normally.