What is the ICD-10 on John is returning to the physicians office 2 weeks postsurgery for an application of a new long leg cast. The patient required surgery due to a traumatic fracture of the lower le?

The appropriate ICD-10 code for John’s situation would be S82.201A, which represents a traumatic fracture of the lower leg (specifically the tibia and/or fibula) that is unspecified and is in the initial encounter for the fracture. This code captures the nature of the injury and the fact that he is returning for follow-up care after surgery. Additionally, Z48.815 could be used to indicate the encounter for surgical aftercare following the procedure.