Distal Fibula Fracture ICD-10-CM Codes

Distal Fibula Fracture ICD-10-CM Codes

Learn about the commonly used ICD-10-CM Codes for distal fibula fractures through this guide.

By Matt Olivares on Aug 8, 2025.

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What ICD-10 codes are used for distal fibula fractures?

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.

Remember that all of these are for the distal fibula. Since this is close to the knee joint, and other parts like the medial malleolus and tibial plafond, but if there are fractures in those areas, please use the specific ICD codes for those parts.

Which distal fibula fracture ICD codes are billable:

  • S82.641A: Billable
  • S82.642A: Billable
  • S82.841A: Billable
  • S82.842A: Billable
  • S82.69XA: Billable

Clinical information

  • Distal fibular fractures occur at the lower end of the fibula, near the ankle.
  • Symptoms include pain, swelling, ankle instability, and sometimes deformity at the site of the fracture.
  • Diagnosis often involves X-rays or other imaging studies to observe any fracture patterns or the extent of the damage.
  • Treatment may include immobilization, physical therapy, or, in more severe cases, surgery to stabilize the fracture by using internal prosthetic implants (or even an internal prosthetic ankle joint).

Synonyms include

  • Ankle fracture
  • Stable ankle fractures
  • Lateral malleolus fracture
  • Lower fibula fracture
  • Fibular malleolus fracture
  • Distal fibula break
  • Isolated fibular fractures
  • Ankle fracture displacement

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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.

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