Nondisp fx of lateral malleolus of r fibula, 7thH

This code signifies a non-displaced break in the outer ankle bone of the right leg (fibula), specifically the lateral malleolus. It is used when the patient is receiving follow-up care for an open fracture (where the skin was broken) that is not healing as expected.

Apply this code for patients presenting for subsequent treatment of a right lateral malleolus fracture that was initially an open fracture (Type I or II) and is now experiencing delayed healing. This includes situations like cast changes, wound care, or follow-up imaging to assess healing progress when the bone union is slower than anticipated.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "right" fibula.
• Confirm the initial injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and that healing is "delayed."
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter would use a different code.