Sltr-haris Type I physl fx low end l tibia, 7thD

This code signifies a growth plate fracture at the distal end of the left shin bone, specifically a Salter-Harris Type I injury. This type of fracture involves a separation of the growth plate from the bone, without a break in the bone itself. The "D" suffix indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture and it is healing as expected.

Use this code for a patient presenting for a scheduled follow-up appointment, cast change, or routine check-up for a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris Type I fracture of the lower left tibia. This applies when the fracture is progressing through a normal healing process without complications.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "left" tibia and "Salter-Harris Type I" for accurate coding.
• The "D" suffix is crucial for subsequent encounters with routine healing; do not use for initial treatment or delayed/nonunion healing.
• Verify that the encounter is for ongoing management of the fracture, not for a new injury or complication.