Disp fx of med malleolus of r tibia, 7thP

This code signifies a right ankle fracture involving the inner bony prominence of the tibia, which has healed incorrectly (malunion). The fracture was initially displaced, meaning the bone fragments were not in their normal alignment. This specific code is for a follow-up encounter where the malunion of the closed fracture is being addressed or monitored.

Use this code for patients presenting for follow-up care of a previously treated right medial malleolus fracture that has healed in an unsatisfactory position. This includes scenarios where the patient is experiencing ongoing symptoms related to the malunion, or when surgical correction of the malunion is being planned or evaluated. It is appropriate for any subsequent encounter after the initial treatment of the closed fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the "right medial malleolus" of the tibia.
• Verify the encounter is "subsequent" and the fracture was "closed" initially.
• Do not use for nonunion, delayed union, or initial treatment of the fracture.