Disp fx of medial malleolus of left tibia, sequela

This code signifies a past injury to the medial malleolus of the left tibia, specifically a fracture that was displaced, and is now causing ongoing problems or conditions. It indicates that the acute phase of the fracture has passed, and the patient is experiencing residual effects directly attributable to the original injury.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with long-term complications, chronic pain, deformity, or functional limitations in the left ankle that are a direct result of a previously sustained, displaced medial malleolus fracture. This applies when the fracture itself is no longer acute and has healed, but its lasting impact is being addressed.

• Always use in conjunction with a code describing the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, malunion, nonunion, osteoarthritis).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior displaced fracture of the left medial malleolus.
• The "S" in the 7th character indicates sequela, meaning the patient is seen for a complication or residual effect of the original injury.