Nondisp fx of lateral malleolus of r fibula, 7thQ

This code describes a right fibula fracture, specifically of the lateral malleolus, that is not displaced. The fracture was initially an open fracture of type I or II, and the current encounter is for follow-up care where the fracture has healed improperly, resulting in malunion.

This code is appropriate for documenting subsequent encounters for patients with a previously treated open type I or II lateral malleolus fracture of the right fibula that has healed with a deformity or misalignment. It signifies that the patient is receiving ongoing management for the malunion, such as physical therapy, imaging, or consideration for corrective surgery.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "subsequent encounter" and specifies the malunion.
• Verify the original fracture was an open fracture type I or II, as this impacts the 7th character.
• Do not use for initial treatment or for nonunion; separate codes exist for those scenarios.