Displ pilon fx r tibia, 7thR

This code signifies a pilon fracture of the right tibia, specifically involving the weight-bearing surface of the distal tibia, which has healed in an anatomically incorrect position (malunion). The fracture was initially an open fracture of severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC), and this code is used for follow-up care after the initial treatment.

Apply this code for subsequent encounters when a patient presents with a malunion of a previously treated open pilon fracture of the right tibia. This includes follow-up appointments, evaluations for complications related to the malunion, or planning for corrective procedures.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and the "right tibia" for accurate code assignment.
• Verify the initial fracture was an open pilon fracture of type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• This code is for subsequent encounters; use appropriate initial encounter codes for the acute injury.