Nondisp Maisonneuve's fx r leg, 7thQ

This code signifies a follow-up encounter for a right leg Maisonneuve's fracture that was initially an open fracture (Type I or II) and has subsequently healed with malunion. A Maisonneuve's fracture involves a spiral fracture of the proximal fibula with an associated ankle injury, often including a deltoid ligament rupture and/or medial malleolar fracture. Malunion indicates that the fracture has healed in an unsatisfactory position, leading to anatomical deformity or functional impairment.

Use this code when documenting a patient's visit for ongoing management or evaluation of a previously treated right Maisonneuve's fracture that was initially open and has now malunited. This applies to scenarios such as assessing the functional impact of the malunion, planning corrective surgery, or monitoring chronic pain related to the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right leg" and "malunion" for accurate code assignment.
• Verify the initial fracture was classified as an "open fracture type I or II" to justify this specific code.
• Do not use for initial treatment or for fractures healing normally or with nonunion.