Complete oblique atypical femoral fracture, unsp leg, 7thG

This code signifies a complete fracture of the femur that runs obliquely, is considered atypical in its presentation, and is located in an unspecified leg. The "G" seventh character indicates that the patient is in the healing phase, but the healing process is taking longer than expected. This diagnosis suggests a chronic or complicated healing trajectory for a specific type of femoral fracture.

Use this code for a patient presenting for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed complete oblique atypical femoral fracture where the healing is delayed. Documentation should clearly state "delayed healing" or similar terminology, and specify the fracture as "atypical" and "oblique." This code is appropriate when the initial treatment has occurred, and the patient is still under active management for the non-progressing healing of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "delayed healing" and "atypical" for the femoral fracture.
• Do not use this code for initial encounters or routine follow-up without delayed healing; different seventh characters apply.
• Verify laterality if specified in the documentation (e.g., right, left) as this code is for an unspecified leg.