Nondisp Maisonneuve's fx l leg, 7thG

This code describes a specific type of ankle fracture involving a spiral fracture of the proximal fibula with an associated ankle injury, but without displacement of the bone fragments. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving follow-up care for a fracture that is not healing at the expected rate, and the "closed fracture" specifies there is no open wound communicating with the fracture site.

Use this code for a patient presenting for ongoing management of a Maisonneuve's fracture of the left leg that was initially treated as a closed injury and is now demonstrating delayed healing. This applies to follow-up visits where the focus is on assessing and managing the slow healing process, such as cast changes, physical therapy evaluations, or imaging to monitor bone union.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "Maisonneuve's fracture" and "left leg."
• Verify the encounter is for "subsequent care" and the fracture is "closed" with "delayed healing."
• Do not use for initial treatment or for fractures healing at a normal rate.