Nondisp fx of med malleolus of l tibia, 7thJ

This code signifies a non-displaced fracture of the inner ankle bone of the left lower leg, specifically when the patient is in a subsequent phase of healing. The initial injury was an open fracture, meaning the bone broke through the skin, and it is now experiencing delayed healing.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a left medial malleolus fracture that was initially an open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and is not healing as expected. This indicates ongoing management for a complicated fracture healing process.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "left tibia" for accurate coding.
• Verify the encounter is for "subsequent care" and that "delayed healing" is explicitly noted.
• Confirm the original fracture was classified as an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.