Nondisp bimalleol fx l low leg, 7thH

This code describes a fracture involving both the medial and lateral malleoli of the left ankle, which has not shifted from its normal alignment. It specifically indicates that the fracture was initially an open fracture (meaning the skin was broken) of either Type I or Type II, and the healing process is taking longer than expected.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously treated open bimalleolar fracture of the left lower leg that is now nondisplaced but exhibiting delayed healing. This would include situations where the patient is receiving ongoing treatment, such as cast changes, physical therapy, or medication management, due to the prolonged healing time.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left" lower leg and "nondisplaced" fracture.
• Verify the original injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and that "delayed healing" is explicitly noted.
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter would use a different code.