Fx unsp part of neck of l femur, subs for clos fx w malunion

This code signifies a left femoral neck fracture that has previously been treated but has healed improperly, resulting in a malunion. The fracture was initially closed, meaning the skin remained intact, and the current encounter is for follow-up care related to this complication.

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient is being managed for a malunited fracture of the left femoral neck, and the original injury was a closed fracture. This would include scenarios such as evaluation for corrective surgery, physical therapy for functional limitations due to the malunion, or ongoing pain management.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the left femur and neck region.
• Verify the encounter is "subsequent" and that the original fracture was "closed."
• Do not use for nonunion, delayed union, or initial fracture treatment.