Path fx in oth disease, r femur, subs for fx w delay heal

This code signifies a fracture of the right femur that occurred due to an underlying disease process, rather than trauma, and is currently in a phase of delayed healing. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving routine care during the healing phase, and the "G" seventh character specifies the healing is not progressing as expected.

Use this code for patients presenting for follow-up care of a right femoral pathological fracture where the healing process is prolonged or slower than anticipated. Documentation should clearly state a pathological fracture of the right femur and explicitly mention delayed healing or non-union concerns during a subsequent visit.

• Ensure documentation specifies "pathological fracture" and the specific bone (femur).
• The "G" seventh character is crucial for delayed healing; differentiate from "A" (initial encounter) or "K" (nonunion).
• Always code the underlying disease causing the pathological fracture first, followed by this fracture code.