Distal Fibula Fracture ICD-10-CM Codes
Your comprehensive guide to ICD-10-CM Codes for distal fibula fractures. Read to learn about the commonly used codes, their clinical descriptions, and more!
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By Ashleigh Knowles on Feb 29, 2024.
Fact Checked by RJ Gumban.
What ICD-10 Codes are Used for Distal Fibula Fracture?
Accurate coding is crucial for diagnosing and treating distal fibula fractures. Here are some of the commonly used ICD-10-CM codes to document this specific type of fracture:
S82.641A: Nondisplaced fracture of lateral malleolus of right fibula, initial encounter for closed fracture
- This code is used for a nondisplaced fracture of the right fibula's lateral malleolus (distal end).
S82.642A: Nondisplaced fracture of lateral malleolus of left fibula, initial encounter for closed fracture
- For a nondisplaced fracture of the left fibula's lateral malleolus (distal end).
S82.841A: Other fracture of right fibula, initial encounter for closed fracture
- This is for other fractures affecting the right fibula, including the distal end.
S82.842A: Other fracture of left fibula, initial encounter for closed fracture
- Similar to S82.841A but for the left fibula.
S82.69XA: Other fracture of unspecified fibula, initial encounter for closed fracture
- This code can be used when the specific type of fibula fracture is not stated.
Which Distal Fibula Fracture ICD codes are Billable:
- S82.641A: Yes
- S82.642A: Yes
- S82.841A: Yes
- S82.842A: Yes
- S82.69XA: Yes
Clinical Information
- Distal fibula fractures occur at the lower end of the fibula, near the ankle.
- Symptoms include pain, swelling, and sometimes deformity at the site of the fracture.
- Diagnosis often involves X-rays or other imaging studies.
- Treatment may include immobilization, physical therapy, or, in more severe cases, surgery to stabilize the fracture.
Synonyms Include:
- Ankle fracture
- Lateral malleolus fracture
- Lower fibula fracture
- Fibular malleolus fracture
- Distal fibula break
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Commonly asked questions
These codes should be used for accurate diagnosis, treatment planning, and medical billing for distal fibula fractures.
Treatment options include immobilization with a cast or brace, surgery for severe fractures, and physical rehabilitation therapy.
It's a standardized code to document a specific type of fibula fracture, which is essential for medical billing, research, and patient care.
