Torus fracture of lower end of left fibula, init for clos fx

This code signifies a buckle fracture, or torus fracture, affecting the distal portion of the left fibula. This type of fracture is characterized by a compression injury that causes the bone cortex to buckle rather than completely break, and it is considered a stable fracture.

Apply this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced compression fracture of the lower end of the left fibula. This is typically seen in pediatric patients following a low-energy injury, such as a fall. It is used when the patient is receiving initial treatment for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies "torus" or "buckle" fracture of the fibula, and laterality (left).
• Verify that the encounter is for the initial treatment of the fracture, not subsequent care.
• Confirm the fracture is documented as "closed" to align with the code's specificity.