Nondisp fx of lateral malleolus of l fibula, 7thQ

This code signifies a fracture of the outer ankle bone (lateral malleolus) of the left fibula that has not shifted out of alignment. It specifically indicates that this is a follow-up encounter for an open fracture (where the skin was broken) of either type I or II, and the bone has healed in an incorrect position (malunion).

Use this code for patients presenting for ongoing care, evaluation, or treatment of a left lateral malleolus fracture that was initially open (Type I or II) and has now healed with a noticeable deformity or misalignment. This applies when the fracture itself is nondisplaced, but the overall healing process has resulted in malunion.

• Ensure documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "malunion" for an open fracture of the lateral malleolus.
• Verify the fracture is nondisplaced and located on the left fibula.
• Do not use this code for initial encounters or for fractures without malunion.