Fx unsp prt of nk of l femr, 7thF

This code describes a left femoral neck fracture, where the specific location on the neck is not documented, and the fracture was open (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC). The patient is in the subsequent phase of care, and the fracture is healing routinely.

Use this code for follow-up encounters of a patient with an open left femoral neck fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that is progressing as expected. This applies when the initial injury has already been treated and the patient is receiving ongoing care for routine healing.

• Ensure documentation specifies an open fracture classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Verify the encounter is for subsequent care and not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is healing routinely; if there are complications, a different seventh character will be required.