Disp fx of med malleolus of unsp tibia, 7thH

This code signifies a displaced fracture of the medial malleolus, located on the inner aspect of the ankle, in an unspecified tibia. The fracture was initially an open fracture (Type I or II), and the patient is now presenting for follow-up care due to delayed healing of this injury.

This code is appropriate for patients returning for subsequent treatment of a medial malleolus fracture that was initially open and is not healing as expected. This includes scenarios where the patient is receiving ongoing cast changes, wound care, or monitoring for nonunion or malunion of the fracture. It would not be used for initial treatment or for a closed fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "delayed healing" for an open fracture type I or II.
• Verify the fracture is specifically of the medial malleolus and is displaced.
• Do not use for routine follow-up of a healing fracture; "delayed healing" must be explicitly documented.