Torus fx upper end of left fibula, subs for fx w delay heal

This code signifies a buckle fracture, or torus fracture, affecting the upper portion of the left fibula. This specific type of fracture is characterized by a compression injury where the bone cortex buckles but does not completely break, often seen in pediatric patients. The "G" in the seventh character indicates that the patient is in a subsequent encounter for this fracture, and the healing process is progressing slower than expected.

This code is appropriate for follow-up visits where a patient with a previously diagnosed torus fracture of the upper left fibula is being monitored, and the clinician notes that the fracture is not healing at the anticipated rate. It would be used when the patient is still receiving active treatment for the delayed healing, such as casting adjustments, physical therapy, or further diagnostic imaging to assess healing progression.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "torus fracture" and the "upper end" of the left fibula.
• The seventh character "G" is crucial and should only be used when delayed healing is explicitly documented by the provider.
• Verify laterality (left fibula) is consistently documented to support code assignment.